Physical Therapist Assistant

Core Medical Center; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Core Medical Center is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at our Blue Springs, MO and Overland Park, KS locations. This full-time, on-site role reports to licensed Physical Therapists and offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

You will implement treatment plans, guide patients through exercises, monitor progress, document outcomes, and educate patients on home programs while maintaining a safe, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in Missouri and/or Kansas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans established by supervising Physical Therapists.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation activities.
• Monitor patient performance and response to treatment.
• Document patient progress and communicate findings to supervising therapists.
• Educate patients on prescribed home exercise programs.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and patient-focused treatment environment.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, therapists, and rehabilitation staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

PTA program graduate

Missouri/Kansas PTA license

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time | On-Site Core Medical Center Blue Springs, MO & Overland Park, KS

Compensation: $23.00–$38.00 per hour based on experience, qualifications, availability, and licensure

Core Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing rehabilitation team.

This is an on-site position working under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists to provide high-quality rehabilitation services in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans established by supervising Physical Therapists.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation activities.
• Monitor patient performance and response to treatment.
• Document patient progress and communicate findings to supervising therapists.
• Educate patients on prescribed home exercise programs.
• Maintain a safe, professional, and patient-focused treatment environment.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, therapists, and rehabilitation staff.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in Missouri and/or Kansas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred

• Outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
• Workers' compensation or occupational medicine experience.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Paid onboarding and training.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Modern rehabilitation facilities.
• Flexible scheduling.

Application Questions

• Are you licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Missouri?
• Are you licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Kansas?
• How many years of PTA experience do you have?
• Which location are you interested in: Blue Springs, Overland Park, or both?
• What is your weekly availability?

Work Location: In person