Geriatric Rehab PTA - Make a Daily Impact

Lakeview-Village; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Paid Time-Off

Paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Education assistance

On-site childcare

Fitness center and pool

Job summary

Lakeview Village in Lenexa, Kansas is seeking a caring Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehab team. The PTA will assist in the treatment of residents under the supervision of the Physical Therapist to restore, maintain, or prevent decline of function.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. We offer competitive pay starting at $29 per hour, full benefits, PTO, and an employer-matched retirement plan, with opportunities for education assistance and on-site amenities.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and licensed to practice in the State of Kansas.
• Previous experience working with the elderly is preferred.
• Demonstrates good communications skills, including but not limited to effective reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills, with a fluent understanding of English.
• Possesses an empathetic approach to the elderly.
• Able to work in a team setting with residents, relatives, staff, and others.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job.

Responsibilities

• Physical Therapist Assistants are responsible for assisting in the treatment of residents as directed by the Physical Therapist in order to restore, maintain, or prevent the decline of patient function.
• Participates as an active member of the rehabilitation team.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathetic approach

Team player

English fluency

Physical stamina

Education

Licensed in Kansas

PTA program graduate

Job description

Lakeview Village in Lenexa, Kansas is seeking a caring Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehab team. The PTA will assist in the treatment of residents under the supervision of the Physical Therapist to restore, maintain, or prevent decline of function.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. We offer competitive pay starting at $29 per hour, full benefits, PTO, and an employer-matched retirement plan, with opportunities for education assistance and on-site amenities.