Physical Therapist Jobs in Kentucky
Physical Therapist jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, with active hiring across orthopedic, neurological, and pediatric specialties at every experience level from new graduate to clinical director. Large, established employers such as Norton Healthcare, UK HealthCare, and Baptist Health maintain steady physical therapist openings across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings throughout the state. Demand is particularly strong in outpatient orthopedics and geriatric care as Kentucky's aging population drives referral volume across rural and urban clinics alike. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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- 496987
- Paducah
- Faculty
- Full-time
- Closing at: Nov 23 2026 - 23:55 CST
- West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Coordinator
Salary Range: Starting salary $40,980 per year, based on credentials and experienc
Contract Term Length: 10 Months
Standard Hours: 37.5
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Exempt
College: West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Campus Location: West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Department: Health Sciences
Total Rewards
West Kentucky Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:
- Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
- Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
- 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Work-Life Balance
- 9.5 Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Clinical Coordinator for our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program to work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and instructional team to prepare students for successful careers in the growing healthcare field of physical therapy. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students develop the knowledge, clinical skills, and hands-on experience necessary to transition confidently into the workforce. The Clinical Coordinator will play an important role in supporting student learning, coordinating clinical education experiences, and ensuring students are prepared to meet the demands of a rewarding, hands-on healthcare profession. Must be able to adapt to student learning needs and perform as a member of a team.
Job Duties:
The PTA clinical coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and facilitating the clinical education program. This faculty member needs to have organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills. They must have the ability to work with clinical instructors and clinical education sites to address the varied learning needs of the students as well as communicate clinical education needs with program coordinator, clinical instructors, clinical education sites, and students. Teaching responsibilities include classroom and laboratory instruction. This position includes curriculum development, department and college committee assignments, student advising, community service, and professional development activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
The Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Coordinator must be a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who holds an active, unencumbered PT or PTA license in the state of Kentucky. The PTA clinical coordinator must have a minimum of three years of full-time, post-licensure clinical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years experience as a site coordinator of clinical education or clinical instructor in physical therapy, or have two years experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist assistant education program.
Additional Skills Requested:
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
- 496987
- Paducah
- Faculty
- Full-time
- Closing at: Nov 23 2026 - 23:55 CST
- West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Title: Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Coordinator
Salary Range: Starting salary $40,980 per year, based on credentials and experienc
Contract Term Length: 10 Months
Standard Hours: 37.5
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Exempt
College: West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Campus Location: West Kentucky Community & Technical College
Department: Health Sciences
Total Rewards
West Kentucky Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:
- Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
- Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
- 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Work-Life Balance
- 9.5 Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Clinical Coordinator for our Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program to work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator and instructional team to prepare students for successful careers in the growing healthcare field of physical therapy. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping students develop the knowledge, clinical skills, and hands-on experience necessary to transition confidently into the workforce. The Clinical Coordinator will play an important role in supporting student learning, coordinating clinical education experiences, and ensuring students are prepared to meet the demands of a rewarding, hands-on healthcare profession. Must be able to adapt to student learning needs and perform as a member of a team.
Job Duties:
The PTA clinical coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and facilitating the clinical education program. This faculty member needs to have organizational, interpersonal, and problem solving skills. They must have the ability to work with clinical instructors and clinical education sites to address the varied learning needs of the students as well as communicate clinical education needs with program coordinator, clinical instructors, clinical education sites, and students. Teaching responsibilities include classroom and laboratory instruction. This position includes curriculum development, department and college committee assignments, student advising, community service, and professional development activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
The Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Coordinator must be a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who holds an active, unencumbered PT or PTA license in the state of Kentucky. The PTA clinical coordinator must have a minimum of three years of full-time, post-licensure clinical experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years experience as a site coordinator of clinical education or clinical instructor in physical therapy, or have two years experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist assistant education program.
Additional Skills Requested:
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
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The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapist jobs across Kentucky.
- Active physical therapist license issued or recognized by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy
- Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Passing score on the National Physical Therapy Examination administered by the FSBPT
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
- Experience with electronic medical records systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Specialty certification such as OCS, NCS, or GCS preferred for advanced clinical positions
Physical Therapist Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapist in Kentucky?
To become a physical therapist in Kentucky, you must graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy program, pass the National Physical Therapy Examination, and apply for licensure through the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy. The Board issues your license after verifying your credentials and confirming you have no disqualifying background issues. Kentucky also participates in the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, so therapists licensed in other compact states may practice in Kentucky without a separate application.
How much do physical therapists make in Kentucky?
Physical therapists in Kentucky earn a median of about $100,710 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,900 for the lowest 10% to over $126,920 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire physical therapists in Kentucky?
Companies currently hiring physical therapists in Kentucky include Broad River Rehab, Kentucky Orthopedic Rehab Team (KORT), and Optum, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kentucky's large integrated health systems and regional hospital networks account for the majority of full-time openings, particularly in Louisville and Lexington where outpatient clinic expansion has been steady.
Which Kentucky cities have the most physical therapist jobs?
The cities with the most physical therapist openings in Kentucky are Louisville, Lexington, and Shelbyville. Louisville leads because it anchors the state's largest hospital systems and a dense network of outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine clinics, while Lexington's concentration of academic medical institutions and Bowling Green's growth as a regional health hub generate consistent demand across inpatient and outpatient settings.
Are there remote physical therapist jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy is a hands-on clinical profession, so the vast majority of roles require in-person patient contact at a clinic, hospital, school, or home. About 0% of physical therapist openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telehealth consultations, utilization review, or clinical education and training roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a physical therapist in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate or residency positions at Kentucky's large health systems, where Norton Healthcare and UK HealthCare both run structured clinical residency programs in orthopedics and neurology that accept therapists with no post-graduation experience. Positions listed as outpatient aide, physical therapy technician, or rehab assistant at Kentucky clinics are also common lateral entry points that build clinical exposure while you complete licensure. Earning your Kentucky Board license immediately after graduation and obtaining BLS certification before you apply gives you a clear competitive edge over candidates who are still pending credentials.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapist jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to physical therapist jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your specialty and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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