Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Sign on Bonus of $5,000
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Healthcare
Physical Therapy, PT Assistant/ Rehab Tech
Physical Therapy Assistant Opportunity
Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve.
Location:
Elwood, KS
About the Opportunity
- Why join our team?
Come join us as you take the next step of your career with a team that values your expertise and supports your continued growth! As a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant you'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence, professional development and delivering high quality patient care that helps restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities for patients experiencing injuries or disease.
This role is full time and will work 40 hours per week (days).
Compensation & Benefits
- Everything You Need to Thrive
Competitive Compensation
- Hourly rate starting at $29.85/hr + $5,000 Sign On Bonus
Full Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision from Day One
Career Advancement
- Continued Growth & Mentorship Paths
CEU 360 Membership
- Continuous Learning, Covered
401(k) + Company Match
- Retirement Savings from Day One
Student Loan Repayment
- Plus Tuition Reimbursement
No Productivity Mandates
- Quality over Quotas
Health & Wellness
- Physical & Mental Well-Being Programs
The Role
- What You'll Do
Our Physical Therapy Assistants are key members of the care team, helping patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance quality of life under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.
- Provide direct physical therapy interventions to support patient recovery and outcomes.
- Assist with treatment planning, documentation, and communication of patient progress.
- Collaborate with patients and the care team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.
- Maintain a safe, efficient therapy environment following established protocols.
Qualifications
- What We're Looking For
- Graduation from accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
- Current State Licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant required
- BLS/CPR Certification required
- While 1 year of direct patient care experience in a rehabilitation hospital is preferred; new grads are encouraged to apply.
Physical requirements
- What you need to know
- A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
- Both gross and precise motor functions.
- Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs.
- Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
- Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care.
- Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment.
- Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard.
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