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Job Title
Physical Therapist/Residency/UKHC
Requisition Number RE52677
Working Title Sports Rehabilitation PT Resident
Department Name M3480: Ambulatory Sports Medicine
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 12
Salary Range $62,400 - $111,634 per year
Type Of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education BS
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 50lb 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, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; occasional weekend coverage at athletic events.
Job Summary This residency position involves both learning and 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. The resident 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. The position is for a one‑year residency term. New graduates are welcome to apply. Applicants must also have applied for the position through APTA PTCAS.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have a sports medicine 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 Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy and Kentucky licensure preferred.
Deadline To Apply 01/05/2026
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‑ and 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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Requisition Number RE52677
Working Title Sports Rehabilitation PT Resident
Department Name M3480: Ambulatory Sports Medicine
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 12
Salary Range $62,400 - $111,634 per year
Type Of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education BS
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 50lb 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, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; occasional weekend coverage at athletic events.
Job Summary This residency position involves both learning and 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. The resident 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. The position is for a one‑year residency term. New graduates are welcome to apply. Applicants must also have applied for the position through APTA PTCAS.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have a sports medicine 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 Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy and Kentucky licensure preferred.
Deadline To Apply 01/05/2026
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‑ and 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.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr