Job Summary

Under general direction the physical therapist shall evaluate and treat patients, communicate with physicians and other health personnel, supervise ancillary staff, and present in service education. The therapist is skilled and trained in use and application of all P.T. modalities and procedures and is required to follow the State Practice Act KRS.327. Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills. Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization. Contributes to the effective operations of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort

Indoor department, clean and pleasant. Well lighted and ventilated. Forty hour work week with holiday and weekend rotation. The task of this job involves exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue. Considerable stooping, kneeling, pushing and pulling required. Lifting, carrying and walking also required for patient treatments. Exposure to physical and mental anguish. Must be able to move or position 25 lbs. independently.

Minimum Qualifications or Equivalents

Education: BS Degree in approved P.T. program.

Experience: Minimum of three (3) months exposure to related field to include successful completion of clinicals.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED: Computer skills.

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations

Kentucky license.

Key benefits include:

Health, dental and vision insurance are available upon hire date

Paid Time Off - accruals at 7.08 hours per pay period

Matching Retirement Savings Plan with up to an 8% match

Tuition reimbursement for hard to fill positions

Student loan repayment for certain positions

Cafeteria discount averaging 25%

$10,000 sign on bonus subject to eligibility requirements