Physical Therapist, PT – PRN - Elsmere, KY
- $750 sign-on bonus
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in Kentucky post a median of $53 an hour, the middle half $52.50–$55, across 19 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in Kentucky earn a median of $48.42 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Licensed in another state?
Kentucky issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Kentucky license, $148 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Kentucky license, apply to the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy for a license by endorsement ($225, by its own page): what Kentucky asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Kentucky requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy.
- An applicant for credentialing by endorsement submits the Application for Credentialing with a photo, the fee, certification of program completion from the educational administrator, a passed Kentucky Jurisprudence Exam and a completed nationwide criminal background check, and has NPTE results sent through the FSBPT Score Transfer Service.
- Staying active: Licenses renew every two years by March 31 of each odd-numbered year; a physical therapist needs 30 contact hours of continued competency per renewal period, including 2 hours for the Jurisprudence Examination and at least 18 Category 1 hours (201 KAR 22:045).
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in Kentucky · Every state's rule
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About the job
Sign-On Bonus $750!
We are hiring a PRN Physical Therapist to deliver care to our patients and work with a diverse team of clinical professionals.
At Cornerstone Rehab, we believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional clinicians. We invest in our therapists by providing the support, resources, and professional development they need to succeed. If you're looking for a workplace where your skills are valued and your contributions make a difference, we'd love to have you on our team.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy to adult and geriatric patients
- Prepare documentation, progress notes, and discharge summaries
- Establish a plan of care in accordance with the patients' needs and capabilities
- Travel to nearby centers as needed
Qualifications
- Valid State PT License and Credentials
- SNF and/or Acute care experience
Cornerstone Rehab delivers innovative rehab management solutions to skilled nursing facilities in the United States. Founded in 2018 by a team of post-acute care experts, Cornerstone Rehab is clinician-owned and operated. Our number one goal is to meet and exceed patient outcomes.
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From Cornerstone Rehab's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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