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Physical Therapist
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$88,943 / year median in Kentucky
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient Orthopedics Lexington, Kentucky | Full-Time $70,000-$100,000 annually Monday-Friday | No Nights
• No Weekends Join Aptiva Health and Help Build Something Exceptional! Aptiva Health is a rapidly growing, multi-specialty medical group delivering comprehensive orthopedic and acute injury care through a collaborative, patient-centered approach. With multiple locations throughout Kentucky and Indianapolis, we're looking for an experienced Physical Therapist to join our growing team in the Lexington, KY area. You'll work alongside orthopedic physicians, athletic trainers, neuropsychologists, mental wellness providers, and imaging professionals to deliver coordinated care in orthopedics, sports medicine, concussion management, women's pelvic health, dry needling, wellness services, and advanced imaging. Why Join Aptiva? $70,000-$100,000 annual salary Monday-Friday schedule — No nights or weekends Collaborative multidisciplinary team Diverse orthopedic and sports medicine patient population A culture built on transparency, fairness, innovation, and hospitality Competitive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k),
Life Insurance, and Paid Time Off What You'll Do:
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans Provide evidence-based outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation Progress therapeutic exercise and manual therapy programs Educate patients on treatment plans, injury prevention, and home exercise programs Collaborate with physicians and rehabilitation team members to coordinate care Assist workers' compensation patients with functional rehabilitation and return-to-work planning Complete accurate documentation and maintain compliance with clinical standards Participate in discharge planning and contribute to a collaborative team environment
Qualifications:
Required Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program Current Kentucky Physical Therapist license Outpatient orthopedic experience Strong orthopedic evaluation and manual therapy skills Excellent communication and patient education skills Preferred Dry Needling Certification Kinesio Taping Certification Experience treating orthopedic, sports medicine, and workers' compensation patients Basic medical Spanish language skills
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance