Physical Therapist PRN - Kansas City, MO

Athletico; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 78,800 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generative AI Documentation Scribe

Continuing Education allowance and Ath

Athletico University access

5 days of CE dedicated PTO

Mentorship programs

Leadership programs

Residency program reimbursement

Job summary

Athletico in the United States is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, design, and implement a patient’s plan of care to increase, maintain, or restore function. This full-time role emphasizes optimal outcomes through evidence-based treatment and collaboration with clinicians.

The position offers CE allowances, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, mentorship, and leadership programs, plus a generous 401(k) style benefit and long-term residency reimbursement options.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current Professional licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and establish a plan of care with functional/work goals.
• Progress treatment toward goals.
• Communicate with physicians and provide discharge and follow-up.
• Supervise rehabilitation aides and administrative staff.
• Document all treatment and communications in a timely manner.
• Develop professional relationships with referral sources.

Skills

English proficiency

Compassionate care

Education

PT degree

Professional license

CPR certification

Job description

About Us:
At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life‑changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Position Overview

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

Position Summary

At Athletico, the Physical Therapist’s role is to evaluate, design, and implement a patient’s plan of care. Each Plan of Care is created to increase, maintain, or restore function, minimize or prevent disability, and assist patients in reaching their maximum performance levels.

Unique & Competitive Benefits (Full‑time)

• New for 2026! Athletico clinicians are supported by a Generative AI Documentation Scribe – purpose‑built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time.
• Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated to Continuing Education.
• Strategic Mentorship programs.
• Leadership programs.
• Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week.
• 900+ locations in 25 states.
• Residency Programs – Athletico will reimburse 100% of curriculum costs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation of prescriptions, perform an initial evaluation, and establish a treatment plan with functional and/or work‑related goals.
• Appropriately progress treatment and goals.
• Provide periodic and timely written communication to physicians.
• Manage discharge and patient follow‑up.
• Supervise rehabilitation aides and administrative staff as needed.
• Supervise PTAs when applicable per state practice act.
• Document all treatment and complete all written communications in a timely manner (initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, daily SOAP notes, functional status reports, functional capacity evaluations, insurance/plan of care forms).
• Establish and develop professional relationships with referral sources including physicians, PAs, ARNPs, chiropractors, case managers, etc.

Expectations

• Exceptional patient care and service.
• Community services such as:
• Hosting a booth at a health‑related fair.
• Presenting an in‑service on orthopedic injuries or prevention.
• Providing coverage to special events such as sport camps, races, tournaments, and lectures.
• Performing complimentary screenings to the public with appropriate referrals as necessary.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion toward patients.
• Service‑oriented.
• Inform physicians of our services, locations, and quality patient care.
• Accompany patients to their physician visits.
• Interoffice communication and follow‑up.
• Education: Staff in‑services, community in‑services, attendance at continuing education courses, and follow‑up summary of all courses to staff members.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain state license.
• Complete all compliance standards as requested.
• Energetic team player.

Additional Benefits (Part‑time)

• Commuter: Pre‑Tax Transit & Parking.
• Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) with a per‑pay company match.
• SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources.
• KinderCare Discount.
• HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts.
• Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Discount Program.
• See 2026 Athletico Benefits Summary for details.

Education and Experience

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current Professional licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Current CPR Certification.

Essential Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made if needed.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, type, and speak English proficiently.

Physical Demands

• Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and to adjust focus.
• Regular speaking and understanding required.
• Ability to fulfill office activities such as remaining seated for periods performing computer work, filing activities, and lifting office supplies.
• Requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands to feel, and reaching with hand and arms.
• Occasional lifting/moving up to 20–25 pounds.
• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).

Work Environment

• Internal office.
• Noise level usually low.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full‑time (40 hour) employees. Individual base pay depends on factors such as complexity, responsibility, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience. Base pay ranges are reviewed and updated annually. Offers are made within the applicable base pay range at the time.

Minimum Salary/Wage: USD 78,800.00 per year.
Maximum Salary/Wage: USD 100,000.00 per year.