Physical Therapist- KORT- Louisville, KY (Highlands)
Company : Select Medical
Location : Louisville, KY, 40205-3017
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient- KORT- Louisville, KY (Highlands)
Location: KORT Highlands, 2901 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205
Schedule: Monday-Friday (no weekends)
Compensation: starting at $68,000 and up commensurate with experience
Incentives: potential for $10,000 sign on bonus and unlimited student debt relief.
At KORT Physical Therapy, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist.
Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
- Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
- Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
- Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
Responsibilities
- Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations
- Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
- Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors
- Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
- Outpatient clinical rotation if a current student
- Outpatient experience in the last 5 years if a practicing clinician
- Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
- CPR certification
Additional Data
Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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Frequently asked questions
Working as a Physical Therapist at Kort Louisville involves a structured Monday-Friday schedule focusing on outpatient care that emphasizes patient rehabilitation with advanced mentoring and specialty training, unlike some outpatient settings which may have weekend shifts or less formal development programs.
A licensed physical therapist with a degree from an accredited program is required, alongside CPR certification. For Kentucky practice, state licensure eligibility matters, and Kort values recent outpatient experience to align with their patient-focused care standards.
Kort Physical Therapy supports career advancement through specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, and pelvic therapy, which are accessible nationwide and can significantly broaden a Louisville-based therapist’s expertise and marketability.
Select Medical’s role at Kort Highlands combines a competitive salary with mentorship, paid certifications, and debt relief, setting it apart from other Louisville therapy jobs that may not offer such comprehensive financial and professional development perks.
Kort prioritizes healthy work-life balance by providing generous PTO and a consistent weekday schedule without weekend duties, which is particularly appealing in Louisville’s competitive physical therapy job market.
Starting salaries at Kort Louisville begin around $68,000, competitive within Kentucky’s outpatient therapy market, with potential bonuses and student debt relief enhancing overall compensation compared to typical Louisville physical therapy roles.
Louisville’s healthcare sector shows steady demand for outpatient physical therapists, with Kort being a prominent employer offering growth and stability, reflecting broader regional expansion in rehabilitative services.
The Kort Highlands clinic is located on Bardstown Road, a well-traveled artery in Louisville. Commuters should consider peak hour traffic on weekdays, but the Monday-Friday schedule avoids weekend congestion, easing overall commute stress.
Select Medical offers internal mobility across nearly 2,000 centers in 39 states, allowing Physical Therapists at Kort Louisville to pursue specialties and transfer opportunities nationwide, fostering long-term career flexibility.
The Kort role at Select Medical stands out due to structured mentorship, comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, and an emphasis on continual education, providing a more supportive environment than many typical Louisville outpatient positions.