About This Role
You'll deliver direct patient care at a West Madison clinic, performing evaluations and designing treatment plans for patients with injuries, pain, and movement disorders. Your days involve one-on-one therapy sessions, assessing patient progress, and adjusting treatment approaches based on outcomes. This is a regular full-time position where you'll work in a clinical setting rather than traveling between locations. You'll need a strong foundation in movement assessment and the ability to motivate patients through rehabilitation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, communicates clearly with patients at different recovery stages, and stays current with therapy techniques. If you're looking for stable clinic-based work where you can build ongoing relationships with patients, this role fits well.
$25–$45/hr
Clinic / Outpatient
Days
PT license
No experience required
Vision
Location & Routes
- Base city: Madison, WI
Benefits & Bonuses
- Vision
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your therapy role
Requirements
Active PT license in good standing in the state of employment
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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Full Job Details
It's more than a career, it's a calling. WI-SSM Health Dean Medical Group Madison North High Point Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition. Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family. Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient. Provides education to patient/family /staff by assessing patient/family educational needs. Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers as appropriate, providing home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and or providing equipment/ home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed. Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice EXPERIENCE No experience required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional driving. Rare crawling. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department. State of Work Location: Illinois Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) State of Work Location: Missouri Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration State of Work Location: Oklahoma Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board State of Work Location: Wisconsin Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Work
Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: East PT Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.