Physical Therapist Intern | PACE Program

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Physical Therapy Intern to support rehabilitation for older adults in a community setting. You will assist licensed therapists with evaluations, implement patient-specific plans, and guide therapeutic exercises to improve mobility and independence.

Hours are flexible with supervision; temporary position in Topeka, KS, paying $16.78 per hour. You must be enrolled in an accredited DPT program and able to obtain CPR/BLS before starting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited Physical Therapy (DPT) program.
• Completed foundational coursework in anatomy, physiology and kinesiology.
• Ability to follow clinical instructions under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Strong communication with older adults and interdisciplinary teams.
• CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain before starting).

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed physical therapists with patient evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Guide participants through therapeutic exercises to improve mobility and independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow clinical instructions

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Therapeutic exercise knowledge

CPR/BLS (certification or planned)

Education

Currently enrolled in a DPT program

Foundational coursework in anatomy/physiology/kinesiology

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Topeka, KS 66614 Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift: Day Midland Care Connection

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on \"meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions,\" and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

PACE Program

Designed to help older adults remain safely in their homes rather than entering nursing facilities. It provides complete medical care, rehabilitation, medications, transportation, social services, and supportive therapies—all coordinated by an interdisciplinary care team. Participants receive personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs, along with access to a PACE center for social activities, meals, and clinical services. By integrating medical and supportive care under one program, PACE helps seniors maintain independence, improve quality of life, and continue living in their communities with dignity.

Physical Therapy Intern

Focuses on supporting the rehabilitation and functional independence of older adults through supervised clinical practice. Responsibilities include assisting licensed physical therapists with patient evaluations, developing and implementing individualized treatment plans, and guiding participants through therapeutic exercises aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, and overall quality of life. The intern also collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team to address each participant’s comprehensive health needs, while gaining hands-on experience in geriatric care, adaptive techniques, and patient-centered service within a community-based setting.

Hours

Flexible - to be determined with supervisor

Pay Rate

$16.78/hour

Position Status

Temporary

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Physical Therapy (DPT) program


• Completion of foundational coursework in anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology


• Ability to follow clinical instructions and work under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with older adults and interdisciplinary teams


• Basic knowledge of therapeutic exercise techniques and safety practices and CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain before starting)


• Compliance with health screenings, background checks, and immunization requirements

Preferred

• Prior clinical or volunteer experience in a rehabilitation, geriatric, or healthcare setting


• Interest in working with older adult populations, especially in community-based care models like PACE


• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Ability to adapt treatment approaches for individuals with complex medical conditions


• Demonstrated teamwork and problem-solving abilities

Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.