Physical Therapist Assistant

Innovate Rehab & Wellness; Kansas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discount marketplace

Professional growth and development

Job summary

Innovate Rehab and Wellness in Easton, KS is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join a skilled nursing facility team. This full-time role supports licensed Therapists and focuses on hands-on, patient-centered care to improve mobility and function.

The PTA will deliver individualized treatment plans, lead patients through exercises, educate on safe techniques, and document progress while collaborating with the care team in a supportive, patient-first environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Valid state PTA license.
• Rehab/clinical experience preferred (new grads welcome).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Help patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase function
• Support and deliver individualized treatment plans
• Provide hands-on, patient-centered care
• Implement patient-specific treatment plans created by the PT
• Lead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehab activities
• Educate patients on safe techniques and assistive devices
• Monitor and document patient progress; report changes to the PT
• Maintain accurate, compliant therapy records
• Collaborate with the care team for coordinated treatment
• Uphold ethical, professional standards in all interactions

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

CPR certification

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Easton, KS 66020
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
• Innovate Rehab and Wellness
• Status: Full-Time
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
• Schedule: Monday – Friday (Flexible)
• Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience

About Us

• 25+ years as a leading skilled health care provider
• Therapist- and veteran-owned
• Focus on industry-leading, patient-centered care
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

Why Join Us

• One-on-one therapy focus
• Group/concurrent treatments under 1%
• Realistic scheduling to support work-life balance
• Strong emphasis on clinical outcomes and job satisfaction

Benefits (Start Day 1 – Full-Time)

• Medical, prescription, dental & vision
• Short-term & long-term disability

Additional Benefits

• Employer-paid basic life & AD&D
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• PTO: vacation, sick, holiday
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount marketplace
• Professional growth and development support

Position Summary

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Help patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase function
• Support and deliver individualized treatment plans
• Provide hands-on, patient-centered care

Key Responsibilities

• Implement patient-specific treatment plans created by the PT
• Lead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehab activities
• Educate patients on safe techniques and assistive devices
• Monitor and document patient progress; report changes to the PT
• Maintain accurate, compliant therapy records
• Collaborate with the care team for coordinated treatment
• Uphold ethical, professional standards in all interactions

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program
• Valid state PTA license
• Rehab/clinical experience preferred (new grads welcome)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
• CPR certification preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.