| Job Title | Physical Therapist/On-call/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | DU14833 |
| Department Name | H3411:Therapeutic Services |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Salary Range | $45.00 per hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | On Call |
| Required Education | Bachelor’s degree or higher in physical therapy |
| Required Related Experience | None |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Current Kentucky State Physical Therapy License |
| Physical Requirements | Lifting, pushing or pulling objects greater than 50 pounds, standing and walking for long periods of time |
| Shift | Day-Shift: Primarily weekends, weekday hours may be available |
| 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. Requirement of working at least 2 weekend days per month. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Acute care experience preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 08/30/2026 |
| 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. |

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