Physical Therapist I

Physical Therapist

At UK King's Daughters, we're not just a healthcare facility we're a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We're more than just a place to work; we're a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Summary:

Responsible for conducting physical therapy evaluations and administering treatments in accordance with physician orders and regulatory standards. Provides direct patient care for individuals with diverse diagnoses to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Performs thorough documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record. Collaborates with healthcare teams to ensure quality care and supports program development initiatives. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures to maintain compliance and enhance patient recovery.

Essential Functions:

Assesses and redistributes resources to enhance rehab services.

Participates in projects and activities to improve departmental operations.

Bills appropriately and meets departmental productivity standards.

Performs patient evaluations and delivers treatment for various diagnoses.

Completes chart reviews and documents all aspects of patient care in the medical record.

Collaborates with healthcare professionals to coordinate and discuss patient care plans.

Educates patients and caregivers regarding care, restrictions, and precautions.

Delegates responsibilities to PTAs and supervises students as appropriate.

Provides or coordinates orientation, training, and education for staff and students.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement:

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Experience Requirement:

0-2 years of experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or patient care, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures:

Maintains active licensure as a Physical Therapist. Achieves and maintains American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions:

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands:

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds; occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

King's Daughters Medical Center