Description Full-Time PTA: Monday - Friday daytime schedule 25-33 per hour. Sign on bonus available! Position Summary: The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) performs physical therapy treatments and related duties under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). The PTA delivers versatile care across acute inpatient and outpatient units. Key Responsibilities 1. Patient Care & Treatment Execution • Implement individualized plan of care (POC) established by the supervising Physical Therapist. • Deliver therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance work, and functional mobility training. • Administer physical agents and modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/cold therapies) safely and appropriately. • Provide manual therapy techniques within the PTA scope of practice. • Assist with transfers, bed mobility, and wheelchair fittings across acute care, swing-bed, and outpatient settings. • Educate patients and family members on home exercise programs, safety precautions, and post-discharge mobility techniques. 2. Clinical Assessment & Progress Monitoring • Track and document patient progress, response to treatment, and vital signs during interventions. • Recognize changes in patient condition or status and report them promptly to the supervising Physical Therapist. • Assist the Physical Therapist in reviewing patient goals and modifying treatment techniques within the established plan of care. 3. Documentation & Compliance • Complete timely and accurate daily treatment documentation in compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state licensure laws, and hospital policies. • Complete documentation within 48 hours after patient visits. • Assist in gathering patient data for clinical quality measures and CAH reporting requirements. • Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. 4. Facility Operations & Safety • Ensure equipment cleanliness, safety, and proper calibration. • Adhere to hospital infection control standards, universal precautions, and patient safety protocols. • Assist with patient scheduling, inventory management, and department organization as needed. Requirements Certified PTA by the State of Kansas. Current BLS or CPR certification