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University of Washington
Seattle, Washington

Physical Therapist 2 (60% FTE / Days)

Physical TherapistNo nightsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$58.02-$83/hr

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Job Description

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$58.02 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$83.00 hourly

Other Compensation

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit washington.edu

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

60.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide professional physical therapy services to patients at Harborview Medical Center. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement effective rehabilitation treatment plans.

Requirements

Candidates must be qualified physical therapists capable of working in a clinical hospital environment. Applicants are required to disclose any substantiated findings or investigations related to sexual misconduct.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient CareClinical Assessment

Physical Therapist Career Context

University of Washington holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 92 active listings.

Of the 44 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 11% are remote, 41% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$147k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $137k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$147k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

44 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs

5
<$105k
7
$105k-130k
7
$130k-155k
8
$155k-180k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 29 employers

CME allowance
63%
401k / retirement match
63%
Sign-on bonus
34%
Relocation assistance
13%
PSLF eligible
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical TherapistPer Diem

Transition Care Telemetry · Escondido, California

$80-$110/hr
#2

Home Care Physical Therapist- Per Diem (Bergen County)Per Diem

US Physical Therapy · Hackensack, New Jersey

$72-$95/hr
#3

Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

$60-$70/hr
#4

Physical Therapist (PT) *$1,500 in Hiring Bonuses!

$60-$70/hr
+ 42 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,100 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Seattle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$881k
Typical market rent
$2,234/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About University of Washington

Hospitals and Health Care
Seattle, WA
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Outstanding benefits package (see UW benefits page)
First shift (day shift)