Physical Therapist PRN

MultiCare Health System

3 days ago

Tacoma, Washington$103K - $163KPer Diem / PRNPhysical Therapist

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join MultiCare Health System as a Physical Therapist PRN – Weekends, Tacoma in Tacoma, WA. Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day.

Key Responsibilities

will perform well in stress and emergency situations You 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 treatment You will perform treatment interventions for outpatient and/or inpatient population as directed You will perform documentation in the medical record that is timely and accurate You will communicate well with patients, peers, other health professionals in the coordination of care for the patients Requirements Successful completion of state board examination Currently licensed to practice physical therapy in the State of Washington Experience in orthopedic, neurologic, cardiac patient management desirable About Tacoma General Hospital MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care.

provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benef.

provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

Requirements

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driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence. About the Tacoma Community Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big

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Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $103K - $163K

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Per Diem position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with MultiCare Health System in Tacoma, WA.

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningOrthopedic ManagementNeurologic ManagementCardiac Patient ManagementMedical DocumentationInterdisciplinary CommunicationEmergency Response

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Position Insights

Physical Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Physical Therapy position at MultiCare Health System is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

MultiCare Health System lists compensation for this psychologist position at $49k to $78k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Tacoma, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a psychologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Why This Position Stands Out

Transparent compensation ($49k–$78k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Orthopedic Management, Neurologic Management, Cardiac Patient Management, Medical Documentation, Interdisciplinary Communication, Emergency Response. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and implements treatment programs to restore function and relieve pain for patients. Responsibilities include performing patient evaluations, modifying treatment plans, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Benefits package: Competitive salary, Medical, dental, retirement benefits, Paid time off, Tuition assistance, Employee Assistance Program. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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