Physical Therapist OL
- $10,000 sign-on bonus (2-year commitment)
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
General Job Summary: As a physical therapist with Ortho Louisville, you will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients according to a treatment plan that you develop. You will also be collaborating with team members to assist patients with a full recovery after surgery or injury.
Why would you choose to work with the Ortho Louisville therapy team?
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Contingent on a 2-year commitment
- Outpatient setting with NO WEEKENDS, PAID HOLIDAYS, and NO MANDATORY OVERTIME
- 4-day work week available and flexibility for work-life balance
- Unlimited continuing education on MedBridge provided by Ortho Louisville
- Additional continuing education benefits that renew every calendar year
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance available
- Wellness Program
- Health Savings Account
- Paid time off (PTO) accrual with rollover and availability to cash in one week per year
- 401 (k) with employer match and employer paid life insurance
- Short term and Long Term Disability and FMLA
- Employee Assistance Program with free benefits for our Ortho Louisville team
- License Reimbursement
- Mentorship for new grads
- Team approach to treatment in clinics where there are other physical therapists to collaborate with providing an ongoing learning experience for therapists at all levels of expertise
- A management team working together to support therapists and assist with professional and personal growth
Requirements
Education/Experience
- Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program
- State license to practice physical therapy
- CPR certification
Responsibilities
- Understand and adhere to state practice act including rules of supervision for support staff
- Maintain state licensure and complete continuing education regularly to stay current on the practice of physical therapy to best serve our patients
- Evaluate and treat patients in need of skilled physical therapy services with proper documentation to support medical necessity of treatment
- Facilitate open communication with physicians, co-workers and patients to provide the best comprehensive care possible for the community we serve
- Participate in chart audits and review of care plans with colleagues to facilitate best practices within our organization
If for any reason you are having difficulty applying, please reach out to Greg McCullough, PT, DPT, Physical Therapy Manager at gmccullough@ortholouisville.net
Thank you for your interest in the Ortho Louisville therapy team. We hope to hear from you soon.
From OrthoCincy's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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