Occupational Therapist/On-call/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to perform evaluations and provide treatments per physician orders. You will work with patients across diverse diagnoses and document outcomes in the medical record.

Responsibilities include planning patient-centered care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to a fast-paced inpatient workflow while maintaining compliance with state licensure requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• Current Kentucky State Occupational Therapy License.
• Experience in hospital/acute care, trauma, neuro and ortho preferred.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform Occupational Therapy evaluations and render occupational therapy treatments following a physician’s order.
• Treat patients with a variety of diagnoses.
• Perform documentation in the medical record.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Required Related Experience

Hospital/acute care, trauma, neuro and ortho experience preferred.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Current Kentucky State Occupational Therapy License

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing or pulling objects greater than 50 pounds, standing and walking for long periods of time

Shift

Day-Shift: Primarily weekends, some hours may be available M-F, some holidays

Job Summary

This position will perform Occupational therapy evaluations and render occupational therapy treatments following a physician’s order. Will treat patients with a variety of diagnoses. Will perform appropriate documentation in the medical record.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Excellent communication and computer skills, necessary. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/30/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Can you work flexible hours or days to accommodate patient needs and work flow?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you work well in a high stress, fast paced, and multi-tasking working environment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently registered or eligible to be registered as an occupational therapist in the state of Kentucky?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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