Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Physical Therapist (Outpatient) to provide direct patient care within the Therapeutic Services department in Lexington, KY. The role includes performing PT evaluations, treatments per physician orders, and ensuring accurate documentation in the medical record.

The position requires a BS degree with PT certification eligibility; experience is not required, though 1–2 years in hospital-based acute care is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS degree required
• PT Certification eligible
• No experience required
• Preferred 1-2 years hospital-based acute care

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in outpatient PT.
• Perform physical therapy evaluations and render treatments following a physician's order.
• Document in the medical record and coordinate care with supervisors and senior leaders.

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

• Job Title
  Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC
• Requisition Number
  RE55532
• Working Title
  Physical Therapist - Outpatient PT
• Department Name
  H3411:Therapeutic Services
• Work Location
  Lexington KY
• Grade Level
  12
• Salary Range
  $75,795- 111,634/year
• Type of Position
  Staff
• Position Time Status
  Full-Time
• Required Education
  BS
• Click here for more information about equivalencies:
  https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
• Required Related Experience
  No experience required.
• Required License/Registration/Certification
  Physical Therapist (PT) Certification eligible
• Physical Requirements
  This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 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 (such as typing); standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; working in confined spaces and/or at heights above four feet. Also involves some job-related travel (less than 10% of time); exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, and combative/violent people.
• Shift
  Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00pm.
• Job Summary
  The Physical Therapist (Outpatient) 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. Additionally, 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.
• 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?
  No
• Preferred Education/Experience
  One to two years’ experience in hospital-based acute care preferred
• Deadline to Apply
  09/06/2026
• 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 (*).

1. * Can you work flexible hours or days to accommodate patient needs and work flow?
   • Yes
   • No
2. Please describe your experience working in a high stress, fast paced, and multi-tasking environment.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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