University of Kentucky Hiring for Physical Therapist/Shift-Based/UKHC at Lexington, KY Full Time

Job Title:

Physical Therapist/Shift-Based/UKHC

Requisition Number:

RE42422

Working Title:

Physical Therapist/Shift-Based/UKHC

Department Name:

H3410:Therapeutic Services

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

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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience:

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification:

Certification eligible

Physical Requirements:

This position requires regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and occasionally standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing). Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.

Shift:

Primarily day shift, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with rotating weekends and holidays.

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 well 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:

01/23/2024

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.