Physical Therapist Assistant

Innovate-Rehab-and-Wellnes; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

401(k)

HSA

PTO: vacation, sick, holiday

Disability insurance

Job summary

Innovate Rehab and Wellness seeks a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work full-time in a skilled nursing facility. You will assist the Physical Therapist in implementing patient-centered treatment plans, guide patients through exercises, and educate them on safe techniques and devices.

Collaboration with the care team ensures coordinated care and strong clinical outcomes. The role emphasizes one-on-one therapy focus, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team culture.

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.

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.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Patient education

CPR certification

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)Innovate Rehab and WellnessStatus: Full-TimeSetting: Skilled Nursing FacilitySchedule: Monday – Friday (Flexible)Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experienceAbout Us25+ years as a leading skilled health care providerTherapist- and veteran-ownedFocus on industry-leading, patient-centered careSupportive, collaborative team cultureWhy Join UsOne-on-one therapy focusGroup/concurrent treatments under 1%Realistic scheduling to support work-life balanceStrong emphasis on clinical outcomes and job satisfactionBenefits (Start Day 1 – Full-Time)Medical, prescription, dental & visionShort-term & long-term disabilityAdditional BenefitsEmployer-paid basic life & AD&DVoluntary supplemental life insurancePTO: vacation, sick, holidayHealth Savings Account (HSA)Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity401(k)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee discount marketplaceProfessional growth and development supportPosition SummaryAs a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will:Work under the direction of a licensed Physical TherapistHelp patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase functionSupport and deliver individualized treatment plansProvide hands-on, patient-centered careKey ResponsibilitiesImplement patient-specific treatment plans created by the PTLead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehab activitiesEducate patients on safe techniques and assistive devicesMonitor and document patient progress; report changes to the PTMaintain accurate, compliant therapy recordsCollaborate with the care team for coordinated treatmentUphold ethical, professional standards in all interactionsQualificationsAssociate degree from an accredited PTA programValid state PTA licenseRehab/clinical experience preferred (new grads welcome)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsCommitment to high-quality, patient-centered careCPR certification preferredEqual Opportunity EmployerWe 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.