Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Nex-Tech Classifieds; Hill City (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Continuing education reimbursement

PTO & extended leave bank

Six paid holidays

Callback pay

Health insurance plans

Job summary

Graham County Hospital in Hill City, KS is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support rehabilitation services in a rural setting. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will help implement treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, and independence.

Responsibilities include therapeutic exercises, wound care, mobility training, documentation, and patient education. Requirements: associate degree, active PTA license or eligibility, BLS, and ability to lift up to 25

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a PTA.
• Current BLS certification or completion within 90 days of hire.
• Experience in a hospital or rural healthcare setting is a plus but not required.
• Ability to lift and/or support over 25 pounds; stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Consult with the Physical Therapist when in doubt about any part of the treatment program.
• Document progress and communicate with the team within department policies.
• Perform and assist in other treatment related activities predetermined for each patient.

Skills

Motor coordination

Manual dexterity

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Education

Associate degree from PTA program

Job description

Graham County Hospital in Hill City, KS is seeking the right individual to join our team.

Job Description:

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a vital role in supporting rehabilitation services for patients in a rural healthcare setting. Working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA helps implement treatment plans to improve patient mobility, strength, and functional independence. This position involves direct patient care, assisting with therapeutic exercises, wound care, mobility training, and education on rehabilitation techniques.

Applications will be taken until August 18th, 2026.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist, carry out appropriate treatment plans for patients with a variety of conditions.

Consult with the Physical Therapist when in doubt about any part of the treatment program.

Carry out all technical-modality related therapies appropriately and within given policies and procedures by the Physical Therapist.

Maintain and care for equipment in a knowledgeable and careful manner.

Assist patients in transferring from various apparatus in removing and applying various orthopedic appliances and assist patients in dressing and undressing as necessary.

Appropriately document progress reports for patients within department policies and procedures.

Perform and assist in other treatment related activities predetermined for each patient by the Physical Therapist.

This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

Requirements:

Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a PTA.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or completed within 90 days of hire.

Experience in a hospital or rural healthcare setting is a plus but not required.

Motor coordination and manual dexterity

The ability to lift and/or support over 25 pounds, could be subject to strains

Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods, as well as bend, stoop, and reach as part of the job duties.

This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.

• Competitive pay
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Generous paid time off and extended leave bank
• Six paid holidays
• Callback pay for extra shifts worked
• Health insurance plans with generous percentage paid by the hospital
• Great team environment

For more information about the position please contact Caley VanLoenen, HR, at 785-421-2121 ext. 1217 or [e-mail].