Physical Therapist
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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 9 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, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
2026, 2025, 2024 & 2021 Gold Winner for Best Place to Work in Owensboro!
Wendell Foster is interested in hiring an energetic Physical Therapist for our Outpatient Services to join the team of #DifferenceMakers!
What matters to you
- Competitive salary , exempt role not based on patient visits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, allowing eligible employees the opportunity to pursue federal student loan forgiveness
- 8 paid holidays each year
- Earn Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Full benefit s including; medical, dental, and vision insurance effective the first of the month after hire date and pet benefits.
- 403b retirement- automatic 2% company contribution plus company match up to 3% after 1 year of employment and 1000 hours worked
- One-time annual salary life insurance coverage at no cost to you
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free to all employees and their immediate family members.
- Tuition reimbursemen t program available
- On-the-job training
- Employee recognition give-a-ways throughout the year
What matters to us
- Graduate of a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association
- Licensed by the Kentucky State Board of Physical Therapy
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities is preferred
- Possession of valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Currently possess or able to complete first aid and CPR certification (training provided)
Essential Functions
- Actively participates as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team.
- Evaluate and provide treatments for clients within the Kentucky State Board of Physical Therapy Practice Act guidelines and all applicable regulations.
- Assists in recommending and obtaining wheelchairs, braces, and specific positioning and training equipment.
- Ensures documentation and billing are completed according to the Kentucky State Board of Physical Therapy Practice Act and all applicable regulations.
- Assists with departmental schedules for service provision.
- Maintains knowledge of current trends in Physical Therapy.
- Assures the maintenance of standards of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Other important information
- Wendell Foster is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
From Wendell Foster's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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