Acute Care Physical Therapist - Growth, Impact & Team Support (Topeka)

Ardent; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Wellness resources

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking a day shift, full-time Acute Care Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop plans of care, and ensure delivery of prescribed therapies in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will supervise clinical support staff, collaborate with the care team, and engage in ongoing professional development while contributing to excellent patient outcomes and program growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
• Active Physical Therapy license in Kansas.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire or transfer.
• Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy preferred.
• Experience in medical or rehabilitation settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy evaluations, establishes plans of care, and delivers prescribed care per APTA standards and Kansas practice act.
• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
• Promotes physical therapy services and professional development across the organization and community.
• Reports to the assigned department leader.

Skills

Active Physical Therapy license

BLS certification

Supervision of clinical staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking a day shift, full-time Acute Care Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop plans of care, and ensure delivery of prescribed therapies in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will supervise clinical support staff, collaborate with the care team, and engage in ongoing professional development while contributing to excellent patient outcomes and program growth.