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Posting Details
Posting Number:
S13776P
Working Title:
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Department:
UHC-Physical Therapy
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information:
Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm
Advertised Salary:
$80,000
Posting Date:
01/05/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
03/01/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants:
We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Active Physical Therapy license in the state of Georgia in good standing.
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.
AHA HealthCare Provider BLS certification.
Pelvic rehabilitation level 1 course completed.
Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
Pelvic rehabilitation preferred; orthopedics and/or outpatient experience preferred.
Two Years Experience Preferred.
Experience using electronic practice management and health record.
Board and/or specialty practice certification (e.g. Orthopedics, Sports, Women’s, Pelvic, Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Vestibular, Aquatics) preferred.
Position Summary This professional licensed physical therapy role focuses on treating patients with pelvic dysfunction, in addition to patients with other musculoskeletal disorders. The Pelvic Health Physical Therapist delivers tailored care aimed at conditions affecting the pelvic floor and associated issues. They collaborate with individuals across all ages and genders to tackle concerns such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual dysfunction. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive evaluations, creating customized treatment plans, and applying a range of therapeutic methods, such as manual therapy, exercise prescriptions, and educational support, along with advising on lifestyle changes.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Appropriate clinical skills, professional presentation to meet the demands of patient care, motivational interviewing, positive communication with patients to gain understanding and compliance with treatment plan, and ability to collaborate with other therapists, medical providers, and staff.
Training in trauma-informed care preferred.
Physical Demands Repetitive standing, bending, stooping, sitting, manipulating patient positions, lifting, reaching, etc.
Duties/Responsibilities Clinical Physical Therapy
Practices safe, effective, and appropriate Physical Therapy care in accordance with UHC protocols and policies and the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy regulations.
Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with appropriate and evidence-based Physical Therapy practice.
Determines needs for care with consideration for age‑specific, activity, functional needs, and patient goals.
Provides individualized education and treatment plans for each patient and provides ongoing care and support to patients as needed.
Provides care using clinically appropriate therapeutic interventions to ensure the patient’s ongoing improvement, return to function and patient goal acquisition.
Documents encounters thoroughly in a concise, timely, detailed, and informative manner using electronic medical record and any other accompanying documentation as needed.
Uses motivational interviewing, patient education, and excellence in practice to help develop therapeutic alliance, patient resilience and empowerment, and promotion/maintenance of health, fitness and wellness.
Provides high quality evidence-based care with proficiency in foundational areas along with specialized knowledge and skills in domains where clinician is passionate.
Effectively addresses and documents concerns of patients and family.
Consults with prescribing physician appropriately and as needed.
Other duties and treatment as assigned.
Patient Education
Provides age appropriate and condition specific education to patients, UHC staff, student groups on campus, and other groups on topics including pain, injury prevention, ergonomics, postural restoration, integrative wellness, and other topics promoting physical health and wellness.
Supports a learning environment for patients that foster achievement of defined individual rehabilitation goals.
Provides information on injury prevention as part of treatment plan.
Ensures that appropriate patient education materials are readily available.
Uses contacts with students as an opportunity for health promotion, wellness and education. Utilizes secure messaging and approved education handouts to assist with patient education.
Documents education provided.
Leadership And Collaboration
Communicates with and integrates into a team.
Facilitates a healthy work environment that is respectful, collaborative, keeps colleagues accountable, and seeks to build others up for the betterment of the department and organization.
Active engagement and participation in new employee and Physical Therapy student internship preceptorship and training.
Participates in process improvement.
Attends and participates in committee and staff meetings.
Advises UHC clinical staff on patient care management, techniques, treatment options, therapy recommendations, and patient care in a collaborative treatment model.
Leads by example with a strong work ethic and mission to provide excellence in care and devotion to helping internal and external customers.
Contributes to culture of service excellence.
Professional Development
Obtains appropriate continuing education credits as a requirement in maintaining license and professional certifications.
Active engagement and participation in professional development opportunities in department and organization (e.g.: lunch‑n‑learns, research article review/discussion, group/department Physical Therapy staff learning and practice of skills/techniques/exam/treatments, peer reviews).
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Cody Evans
Recruitment Contact Email:
cge87641@uga.edu
EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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S13776P
Working Title:
Pelvic Health Physical Therapist
Department:
UHC-Physical Therapy
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Full/Part Time:
Full Time
Additional Schedule Information:
Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm
Advertised Salary:
$80,000
Posting Date:
01/05/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Proposed Starting Date:
03/01/2026
Special Instructions To Applicants:
We are unable to offer a work visa sponsorship for this position. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. to apply.
Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area
Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
Active Physical Therapy license in the state of Georgia in good standing.
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.
AHA HealthCare Provider BLS certification.
Pelvic rehabilitation level 1 course completed.
Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
Pelvic rehabilitation preferred; orthopedics and/or outpatient experience preferred.
Two Years Experience Preferred.
Experience using electronic practice management and health record.
Board and/or specialty practice certification (e.g. Orthopedics, Sports, Women’s, Pelvic, Manual Therapy, Dry Needling, Vestibular, Aquatics) preferred.
Position Summary This professional licensed physical therapy role focuses on treating patients with pelvic dysfunction, in addition to patients with other musculoskeletal disorders. The Pelvic Health Physical Therapist delivers tailored care aimed at conditions affecting the pelvic floor and associated issues. They collaborate with individuals across all ages and genders to tackle concerns such as urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual dysfunction. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive evaluations, creating customized treatment plans, and applying a range of therapeutic methods, such as manual therapy, exercise prescriptions, and educational support, along with advising on lifestyle changes.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Appropriate clinical skills, professional presentation to meet the demands of patient care, motivational interviewing, positive communication with patients to gain understanding and compliance with treatment plan, and ability to collaborate with other therapists, medical providers, and staff.
Training in trauma-informed care preferred.
Physical Demands Repetitive standing, bending, stooping, sitting, manipulating patient positions, lifting, reaching, etc.
Duties/Responsibilities Clinical Physical Therapy
Practices safe, effective, and appropriate Physical Therapy care in accordance with UHC protocols and policies and the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy regulations.
Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with appropriate and evidence-based Physical Therapy practice.
Determines needs for care with consideration for age‑specific, activity, functional needs, and patient goals.
Provides individualized education and treatment plans for each patient and provides ongoing care and support to patients as needed.
Provides care using clinically appropriate therapeutic interventions to ensure the patient’s ongoing improvement, return to function and patient goal acquisition.
Documents encounters thoroughly in a concise, timely, detailed, and informative manner using electronic medical record and any other accompanying documentation as needed.
Uses motivational interviewing, patient education, and excellence in practice to help develop therapeutic alliance, patient resilience and empowerment, and promotion/maintenance of health, fitness and wellness.
Provides high quality evidence-based care with proficiency in foundational areas along with specialized knowledge and skills in domains where clinician is passionate.
Effectively addresses and documents concerns of patients and family.
Consults with prescribing physician appropriately and as needed.
Other duties and treatment as assigned.
Patient Education
Provides age appropriate and condition specific education to patients, UHC staff, student groups on campus, and other groups on topics including pain, injury prevention, ergonomics, postural restoration, integrative wellness, and other topics promoting physical health and wellness.
Supports a learning environment for patients that foster achievement of defined individual rehabilitation goals.
Provides information on injury prevention as part of treatment plan.
Ensures that appropriate patient education materials are readily available.
Uses contacts with students as an opportunity for health promotion, wellness and education. Utilizes secure messaging and approved education handouts to assist with patient education.
Documents education provided.
Leadership And Collaboration
Communicates with and integrates into a team.
Facilitates a healthy work environment that is respectful, collaborative, keeps colleagues accountable, and seeks to build others up for the betterment of the department and organization.
Active engagement and participation in new employee and Physical Therapy student internship preceptorship and training.
Participates in process improvement.
Attends and participates in committee and staff meetings.
Advises UHC clinical staff on patient care management, techniques, treatment options, therapy recommendations, and patient care in a collaborative treatment model.
Leads by example with a strong work ethic and mission to provide excellence in care and devotion to helping internal and external customers.
Contributes to culture of service excellence.
Professional Development
Obtains appropriate continuing education credits as a requirement in maintaining license and professional certifications.
Active engagement and participation in professional development opportunities in department and organization (e.g.: lunch‑n‑learns, research article review/discussion, group/department Physical Therapy staff learning and practice of skills/techniques/exam/treatments, peer reviews).
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:
Cody Evans
Recruitment Contact Email:
cge87641@uga.edu
EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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