Physical Therapist - Acute Therapy

You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.This role will need consistent weekend coverageFTE: 0.8, Shift: Days, Schedule: DaysPosition SummaryThe Physical Therapist is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, evaluating, planning, and implementing medically prescribed treatment programs for patients to restore functions, relieve pain and prevent disability following disease or injury. This professional-level position gives you the capacity for independent operations as you apply discretion and good judgment toward ensuring high-quality therapeutic care.ResponsibilitiesYou will perform well in stress and emergency situationsYou will perform patient evaluations/re-evaluations, establish a treatment plan, and modify the treatment plan according to the needs of the patient and response to treatmentYou will perform treatment interventions for outpatient and/or inpatient population as directedYou will perform documentation in the medical record that is timely and accurateYou will communicate well with patients, peers, other health professionals in the coordination of care for the patientsRequirementsSuccessful completion of state board examinationCurrently licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of WashingtonExperience in orthopedic, neurologic, cardiac patient management desirableAbout Good Samaritan HospitalMultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.About the Puyallup CommunityNestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation - all while being close to big-city opportunities.Why MultiCare?Rooted in the local community - Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 yearsGrowth and education - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your futureWell-being and support - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in lifeLiving our values - Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each otherBelonging for all - Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valuedPacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday lifePay and Benefit ExpectationsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $45.63 - $72.35 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not

Created: 2026-02-16