Physical Therapist Assistant; PTA)
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Healthcare
Physical Therapy, PT Assistant/ Rehab Tech, Rehabilitation
Graham County Hospital in Hill City, KS is seeking the right individual to join our team.
Job Description:The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a vital role in supporting rehabilitation services for patients in a rural healthcare setting. Working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA helps implement treatment plans to improve patient mobility, strength, and functional independence. This position involves direct patient care, assisting with therapeutic exercises, wound care, mobility training, and education on rehabilitation techniques.
Applications will be taken until August 18th, 2026.
Responsibilities:Under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist, carry out appropriate treatment plans for patients with a variety of conditions.
Consult with the Physical Therapist when in doubt about any part of the treatment program.
Carry out all technical-modality related therapies appropriately and within given policies and procedures by the Physical Therapist.
Maintain and care for equipment in a knowledgeable and careful manner.
Assist patients in transferring from various apparatus in removing and applying various orthopedic appliances and assist patients in dressing and undressing as necessary.
Appropriately document progress reports for patients within department policies and procedures.
Perform and assist in other treatment related activities predetermined for each patient by the Physical Therapist.
This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
Requirements:Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a PTA.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or completed within 90 days of hire.
Experience in a hospital or rural healthcare setting is a plus but not required.
Motor coordination and manual dexterity
The ability to lift and/or support over 25 pounds, could be subject to strains
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods, as well as bend, stoop, and reach as part of the job duties.
This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
- Competitive pay
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Generous paid time off and extended leave bank
- Six paid holidays
- Callback pay for extra shifts worked
- Health insurance plans with generous percentage paid by the hospital
- Great team environment
For more information about the position please contact Caley Van Loenen, HR, 7 or cvanloenen.
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