Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC Requisition Number RE56477 Working Title Physical Therapist 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

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 Monday through Friday; 8:00am- 5:00pm. Shift may vary.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist 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 outpatient physical therapy preferred.

Deadline to Apply 12/03/2026 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

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • 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

• • Please describe your experience working in a high stress, fast paced, and multi-tasking environment.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter