Physical Therapist/Residency/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare is seeking an Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Resident to provide direct patient care and conduct evaluations. This full-time position will offer experience in a clinical setting while adhering to established protocols and support from senior staff. New graduates are encouraged to apply, with opportunities to develop critical patient care skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• No Experience Required.
• Certification eligible.
• Strong organizational and delegation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care while adhering to policies.
• Perform physical therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Document appropriately in the medical record.

Skills

Direct patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Organization

Prioritization

Education

BS

Doctor of Physical Therapy

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Posting Details

Job Title Physical Therapist/Residency/UKHC Requisition Number RE50572 Working Title Orthopedic PT Resident Department Name M3480:Ambulatory Sports Medicine Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 12 Salary Range $62,400-111,634/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

Certification eligible

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of this position include: regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects 50lbs and above; occasionally sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with repetitive motions (such as typing); regular risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; regular exposure to blood borne and airborne pathogens; and occasional exposure to combative/violent people.

Shift

Primarily day shift. Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 6:00PM.

Job Summary

The University of Kentucky Healthcare (UKHC) Enterprise is seeking an Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Resident.

This residency position involves both learning as well as treating patients. The Physical Therapist Resident will provide direct patient care while adhering to the policies and procedures of UKHC and in accordance with state and federal regulations.

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.

This position will be for a one-year Residency term and will begin at either Cardinal Hill or Turfland. After a 6-month period, this position will rotate to the alternate location. Once a 12-month residency has been completed, the program will conclude.

This position will start on 08/25/2025 and conclude in 08/31/2026.

New graduates are welcome to apply.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have an orthopedic and manual therapy background; direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Doctor of Physical Therapy and KY Licensure.

Deadline to Apply 06/17/2025 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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