Physical Therapist

NeuLife Rehabilitation; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional growth

Collaborative environment

Job summary

NeuLife Rehabilitation in Bowling Green, Kentucky seeks a skilled Physical Therapist (PT) to provide comprehensive evaluations and evidence-based treatment. You will develop individualized plans, support functional independence, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, rigorous documentation, and active participation in interdisciplinary care planning and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Kentucky-licensed physical therapist (or eligible).
• CAPTE-accredited PT program completion.
• NPTE passage for Kentucky credentialing.
• Kentucky Jurisprudence Examination completion requirement.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic exercises, mobility and functional training.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, treatment notes, progress and discharge summaries.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to coordinate care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

DPT or equivalent

CAPTE-accredited PT program

Kentucky licensure eligibility

NPTE completion

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT)

Neulife Rehabilitation of Kentucky is seeking a skilled, compassionate, and dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our team in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

The Physical Therapist will provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment services to individuals with physical impairments, disabilities, and functional limitations. The successful candidate will develop individualized treatment plans, provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, monitor patient progress, and collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to promote functional independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess patients' physical, functional, and mobility needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation findings, patient goals, clinical judgment, and applicable standards of practice.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, functional training, mobility training, manual therapy, and other appropriate physical therapy interventions.
• Monitor and document patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Establish measurable treatment goals and work with patients to achieve optimal functional outcomes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding exercises, treatment techniques, mobility, safety, and strategies to promote independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, direct-care staff, families, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
• Follow applicable federal and Kentucky laws, regulations, professional standards, organizational policies, and payer requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy and documentation requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care planning, quality-improvement activities, and other activities supporting positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Current and valid Kentucky Physical Therapist license, or eligibility for Kentucky licensure.
• Successful completion of the academic and clinical requirements of a physical therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) as required for Kentucky credentialing.
• Successful completion of the Kentucky Physical Therapy Jurisprudence Examination as required by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy.
• Must satisfy all applicable Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy credentialing requirements.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or other educational credential that satisfies applicable Kentucky licensure requirements.
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment-planning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Previous rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, outpatient, developmental services, or related healthcare experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $38.00-$45.00 per hour
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement savings plan / 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals we serve

Salary: $38.00 - $45.00 per hour