Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Physical Therapist/Exempt/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE31132

Working Title

Physical Therapist

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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Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

PT Certification eligible

Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; intermittently sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; working in confined spaces and/or at heights above four feet. Also involves some job-related travel (less than 10% of time); exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, burns, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, and combative/violent people.

Shift

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Job Summary

| The Physical Therapist will provide direct patient care and will assist the team, supervisor and senior leaders in program development while adhering to the policies and procedures of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. 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.

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

No The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and computer skills, and will be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Pediatric experience preferred. Experience with Neonatal ICU highly preferred.

Deadline to Apply

03/06/2022

University Community of Inclusion

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. 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 **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you currently registry eligible or registered as a physical therapist? Yes
No
* Can you work flexible hours or days to accommodate patient needs and work flow? Yes
No
* Please describe your experience working in a high stress, fast paced, and multi-tasking environment.

(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe any experience working in a pediatric healthcare environment.

(Open Ended Question)
* Given the COVID-19 pandemic, and the need to protect our university community including our students, staff, faculty and visitors, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is requiring COVID-19 vaccination for all new hires prior to starting employment. Therefore, as of October 18, 2021, all new hires prior to their first day of employment, must submit appropriate documentation showing, i) completion of the first vaccination against COVID-19, or ii) completion of the full vaccination series against COVID-19, or iii) approved exemption (medical contraindications or a sincerely held religious belief) through the formal exemption process from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. For those employees who have completed the first vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment, the second vaccination (if applicable) must be completed following the vaccination recommended schedule to be considered fully vaccinated. I understand that I will be obligated to comply with the new COVID-19 vaccination requirement prior to starting employment at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. Yes
No
* University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.

(Open Ended Question)
* University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? Yes
No
* Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? InsideHigherEd.com
HigherEdJobs.com
Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
InsightIntoDiversity.com
Latinosinhighered.com
HospitalCareers.com
Indeed.com
LinkedIn.com
Institute for Diversity in Health Management
A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
None of the Above
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Resume
Optional Documents
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