Physical Therapist/On-Call/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a licensed physical therapist to perform comprehensive evaluations and deliver therapy under physician orders. The role includes treating patients with a variety of diagnoses and documenting in the medical record.

Acute care and orthopedic experience are preferred. In this position you will work Monday-Friday in a clinical setting on campus, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and mobility.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Acute care and ortho experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Will perform physical therapy evaluations and render physical therapy treatments following a physician’s order.
• Will treat patients with a variety of diagnoses.
• Will perform appropriate documentation in the medical record.

Skills

Excellent communication and computer

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Certified eligible

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.

Shift

Monday-Friday

Job Summary

Will perform physical therapy evaluations and render physical therapy treatments following a physician’s order. Will treat patients with a variety of diagnoses. Will perform appropriate documentation in the medical record. Acute care and ortho experience preferred

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 10/20/2026

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 Constitutes 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 (*).

• * Are you currently registry eligible or registered as a physical therapist?
  • Yes
  • No