What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist LTE position at State of Wisconsin - Corrections?
Introduction
The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill Limited Term Physical Therapist positions.
Current vacancies:
Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution in Plymouth, WI
New Lisbon Correctional Institution in New Lisbon, WI
Oshkosh Correctional Institution in Oshkosh, WI
Position Summary
The Physical Therapist LTE provides physical therapy services to patients for both acute and chronic conditions. This includes performing physical therapy assessments, designing treatment programs, and providing for implementation. Implementation may be by the physical therapist, by the physical therapy assistant, delegated to Health Service Unit staff, or a combination thereof. This position is responsible for training of Health Service staff in their responsibilities for implementation when indicated. The Physical Therapist LTE valuates individual treatment programs on an ongoing basis and revises as appropriate.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 11-02 with a starting pay of $70 per hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire.
For the governing procedures on Limited Term Employment see here.
Job Details
Limited Term Employees must be residents of the State of Wisconsin.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
Wisconsin State Statutes limit LTE jobs to no more than 1,039 hours of work within a 12-month period. Limited term jobs vary in duration, and work hours may be full- or part-time depending on individual program needs, budgets and seasonal demands. As a limited term employee, if you work 1,039 hours or less during a 12-month period, you may be eligible to continue in the position for another 1,039 hours or less during the next year or until the job ends.
LTEs are immediately eligible for the Workers Compensation, unemployment insurance and Social Security programs. Once an LTE qualifies for enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), they will become eligible for health, life, wage, dental and vision insurance coverage. Upon eligibility for WRS enrollment, a benefit packet will be sent as notification to the LTE in order to provide insurance details and enrollment information.
Eligibility criteria can be found in Chapter 3 of the WRS Administration Manual.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must possess current Wisconsin licensure as a Physical Therapist and maintain licensure during employment.
How To Apply
Please prepare a resume and a letter of qualifications, include any relevant certifications or licenses you possess.
The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested please click here.
***Please e-mail your resume and letter of qualifications to: DOCDAIHRAdmin@wisconsin.gov
Submitted materials will be evaluated and qualified candidates will be contacted as needed.
For a position description or for questions on the application process contact: Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist - Senior, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until 11:59pm on December 3, 2026.
Again, submit your application materials by email, not by applying in Wisc.Jobs.
***Please e-mail your resume and letter of qualifications to: DOCDAIHRAdmin@wisconsin.gov
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan, Health Insurance