Physical Therapy Asst Cert PRN

Wesley Healthcare; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Paid time off and leave options

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant to assist Physical Therapists in implementing patient treatment plans and documentation. The ideal candidate will hold current Kansas licensure and a High School Diploma or GED. Responsibilities include patient communication, discharge planning, and compliance monitoring. This role promotes personal growth and satisfaction in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course, as specified in policy.
• Current Physical Therapy Assistance licensure in the state of Kansas.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing the patient’s treatment plan.
• Implement a written treatment plan including measurable goals.
• Communicate with the patient, family, physicians, and health care staff.
• Assist discharge planning for patients continuing rehabilitation services.
• Document all patient related activities thoroughly and clearly.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistant students during clinical affiliations.
• Monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Promote rehab services and Wesley Medical Center.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Current Physical Therapy Assistance licensure

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) course

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Physical Therapy Asst Cert PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Wesley Rehabilitation Center, which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Wesley Rehabilitation Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant, you assist the Physical Therapist in implementing the patient’s treatment plan, education, dismissal planning and documentation with minimum weekly review and supervision by an Occupational Therapist.

What you should expect to do in this role

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing the patient’s treatment plan, education, dismissal planning and documentation with minimum weekly review and supervision by a Physical Therapist.
• Implement a written treatment plan based on the interpretation of the assessment to include measurable goals relative to the patient’s age‑specific needs and diagnosis.
• Communicate verbally with the patient, family, physicians and other health care staff regarding the nature of the patient’s disability, treatment plan, safety issues and expected outcome of the patient.
• Assist discharge planning for the patient who will be continuing rehabilitation service at another facility.
• Document all patient related activities in a manner that is thorough, clear, timely and allows for easy retrieval of information and is consistent with medical center policies and procedures.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistant students during their clinical affiliations and provide formal and informal education sessions to patients, families, physicians, health care staff, students or any other group requesting information on topics within the scope of practice.
• Monitor compliance with all applicable laws and regulations promulgated by the government or other third parties.
• Assist the organization in incorporating the guiding principles into its education practices and in creating an environment responsive to change.
• Consistently meet established productivity requirements.
• Contact physicians and office staff to promote Rehab services and Wesley Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) verification course, as specified in policy.
• Current Physical Therapy Assistance licensure in the state of Kansas.
• High School Diploma or GED.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co‑Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Physical Therapy Asst Cert PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.