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Physical Therapist (PT)PRN, Acute

Lifepoint Health·Paris, Kentucky

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 months ago
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About the role

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients according to prescribed plans, designing individualized programs to restore function, alleviate pain, and prevent disability while also providing patient and family education. This role involves supervising physical therapist assistants, students, and aides, performing ongoing assessments, and developing/updating individualized plans of care based on patient goals.

Schedule

  • PRN | As Needed | Outpatient | Your experience matters Centerpoint Health—Paris is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist (PT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team Centerpoint Health—Paris places trust and confidence in our employees and patients on making the important decision on where you seek your healthcare. We are a dedicated team that share our mission and our culture of safe and compassionate care.
  • How you’ll contribute
  • A
  • Physical
  • Therapist (PT) who excels in this role: Evaluates and treats patients per medically prescribed physical therapy plans. Designs and implements individualized programs to restore function, alleviate pain, and prevent disability; provides patient/family education on injury prevention, ergonomics, and rehabilitation. Supervises physical therapist assistants, students, and aides in delivering care. Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition and functional status. Develops and updates an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the patient, based on goals and capabilities. Plans, prepares, and carries out evidence-based interventions to maintain, improve, or restore function; alleviate pain; and prevent dysfunction. Delivers therapy using standard PT techniques and modalities appropriate to patient age and condition (e.g., moist heat/cold, ultrasound, UV/IR lamps, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy). Administers physical agents and operates PT equipment safely; performs necessary set-up and checks. Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices; recommends modifications as needed. Identifies/document goals, anticipated progress, and timelines; plans for reevaluation and discharge. Directs and supervises PTAs, students, and support personnel; delegates tasks appropriately and ensures clear communication. Accurately documents assessments, interventions, patient response, education, and progress toward goals. Participates in performance improvement and continuing education; performs other duties as assigned Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.
  • In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
  • Comprehensive
  • Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
  • Financial
  • Protection &
  • PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
  • Financial &
  • Career
  • Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
  • Employee
  • Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
  • Professional
  • Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Free Parking on site What we’re looking for Applicants should have a current bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
  • Additional requirements include:
  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree required (Physical Therapy).

License

Current Physical Therapy license in state of practice.

Certifications

BCLS required Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Morgan Gilbert by emailing morgan.gilbert@lifepointhealth.net More about Centerpoint Health—Paris Centerpoint Health—Paris is a 58- bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Paris community. We are proud to be recognized by our Affiliation with the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute Affiliate Network and The joint Commission EEOC Statement Centerpoint Health—Paris is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint Health—Paris is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.

Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.

We believe that success is achieved through talented people.

We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.

We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Requirements

Applicants must possess a current Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy and hold a current Physical Therapy license in the state of practice, along with required Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. The role requires skills in delivering evidence-based interventions, operating PT equipment safely, and accurately documenting patient progress and care.

  • bachelor degree
  • Documentation
  • Patient Education
  • Supervision
  • Evidence-Based Interventions
  • Ergonomics
  • Injury Prevention
  • Therapeutic Exercise
  • Family Education
  • Treatment Implementation
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Manual Therapy
  • Function Restoration
  • Prosthetic Fitting
  • Pain Alleviation
  • Rehabilitation Program Design
  • Orthotic Adjustment

Benefits

  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Discount Programs
  • Company Match
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Loan Assistance
  • Virtual Care Appointments
  • Mental Health Services
  • Higher Education Tuition Assistance
  • Certification Tuition Assistance
  • 401(k) Retirement Package
  • Free Gym Memberships
  • Free Parking

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Paris, Kentucky
Posted
Feb 25, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Lifepoint Health

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TypePrivately Held
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