Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), Outpatient

Lifepoint Health®; Garden City (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid family leave

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Mental health services

Ongoing learning opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. This role is full-time, focusing on compassionate care and rehabilitation efforts to enhance patient performance.

Ideal candidates will need an Associate degree in PTA and state licensure. Lifepoint Health® offers comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an associate degree.
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered.
• CPR certification (when required)

Responsibilities

• Provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting.
• Implement the patient’s Care Plan for rehabilitation.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team members.
• Document patient care per legal and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job description

Facility Name: St Catherine Hospital Garden City

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Shift: FT Days

Schedule: 40 hours weekly, open to 4 or 5 day work weeks. Rotating weekends and holidays required

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

St. Catherine is the trusted leader of person‑centered health, providing patients with whole person care; harmonizing mind, body, and spirit. Through the vision of the Dominican Sisters, generations of Kansans have been served and are an important and healthier part of the fabric of Garden City and its surrounding area. Our Unit is a very fast‑paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow!

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What Will You Do In This Role

• Work in a team where you will provide quality, compassionate care in a secure setting
• Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, you will implement the patient’s Care Plan for rehabilitation. Help mentally and/or physically impaired patients to participate in tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient’s family or nursing staff in follow‑through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA program culminating in an associate degree.
• Current state licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA or equivalent in the states where services are rendered.
• CPR certification (when required)

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.