Outpatient Physical Therapist

633 Tallgrass Creek, Inc.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 108,886,000 - 120,347,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite physicians group

Wellness visits and sick care

Medical, dental, vision, and PTO

401k with company contribution up to 3

Continuing education assistance

Onsite gym

Job summary

Tallgrass Creek, part of Erickson Senior Living, is seeking an outpatient Physical Therapist to provide evaluation and treatment for older adults on our campus in Kansas. This role offers a 1:1 caseload, on-site medical staff, and onboarding support with documentation assistance.

You’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to maintain residents’ mobility, independence, and quality of life. A valid state PT license and geriatric experience are preferred; no travel required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid state Physical Therapy license.
• Degree and training must meet current Medicare and state requirements.
• Ability to document services accurately and on time.
• Therapeutic experience with older adults across multiple diagnostic groups is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 direct patient care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical team to address residents’ needs.
• Document services accurately and on time, ensuring compliant records.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Geriatrics

Clinical assessment

Education

Physical Therapy degree

State licensure

Job description

Location: Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living Bring your passion for movement and meaningful care to Tallgrass Creek, part of Erickson Senior Living, is seeking a patient-centered Outpatient Physical Therapist to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults. In this role, you’ll deliver evaluations and personalized treatment across a full continuum of care—all within one vibrant, on-site campus. You’ll have the unique opportunity to expand your clinical expertise while building lasting relationships with residents. We set you up for success with dedicated onboarding and strong documentation support, so you can focus on doing your best work every day. All of our clients live within our community, which means no additional travel!

Compensation: $38.00/hour - $42.00/hour, based, final offer rate will be based on years of experience

What we offer

• Onsite physicians group dedicated to only serving Erickson Senior Living residents
• The opportunity to work with the interdisciplinary clinical team to ensure the needs of our residents are being addressed throughout their care.
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.
• A culture of diversity and inclusion, which builds on our values, vision, and mission.
• A "career for life" approach to professional and personal development for our greatest asset; our employees.
• Competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, and PTO plus volunteer hours, in accordance with applicable state law.
• 401k with a company contribution up to 3% once eligible.
• Continuing education assistance, certification reimbursement, and student loan refinancing partnership programs are available.
• Access to our onsite gym, with state of the art equipment

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Caseload focused on primarily 1:1 direct patient care
• No outside travel - all residents live on our beautiful 63-acre campus
• Predictable weekday schedule. Excellent environment for new grads or PTs who enjoy continuity of care
• Long-term career growth within a respected national organization
• Focus on quality care, working alongside nursing, physicians, and rehab colleagues to help residents maintain mobility, independence, and quality of life

What we require

• Must possess a valid and current state Physical Therapy license.
• Degree and training must meet current Medicare and state requirements.
• Ability to document services accurately and on time
• Therapeutic experience in older adults across multiple diagnostic groups is preferred.
• Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre continuing care retirement community located in Overland Park, Kansas, just minutes from the Kansas-Missouri border. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Tallgrass Creek helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Since 1983, Erickson Senior Living’s national network of managed communities has been devoted to one mission—helping people live better lives. If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career. Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more. Come see why we’re among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.