Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform evaluations and provide treatments per physician orders. You will treat a variety of patient diagnoses and document in the medical record.

The role includes direct patient care and assisting supervisors and senior leaders with program development in line with institutional policies and state/federal regulations. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and computer skills and be able to thrive in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Physical Therapist Certification eligible.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Neuro Therapy experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy evaluations and render treatments per physician's order.
• Treat patients with a variety of diagnoses and document in the medical record.
• Provide direct patient care and assist leadership with program development while following policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Computer skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Neuro Therapy experience

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Therapist (PT) Certification eligible

Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions.

Shift

Monday-Friday 8a-5p

Job Summary

This position will perform physical therapy evaluations and render physical therapy treatments following a physician's order; treat patients with a variety of diagnoses; and perform appropriate documentation in the medical record. Physical Therapists will provide direct patient care and will assist the supervisor and senior leaders in program development while adhering to the policies and procedures of the University of Kentucky HealthCare Enterprise and in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and computer skills, and will 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

Neuro Therapy experience highly preferred

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/03/2026

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

• * Are you currently registry eligible or registered as a physical therapist?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Can you work flexible hours or days to accommodate patient needs and work flow?
  • Yes
  • No