Physical Therapist Assistant

Ascension•Wichita, KS

89d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Physical Therapist Assistant in an Inpatient Physical Therapy setting at Ascension Via Christi, St. Francis in Wichita, KS. The position is PRN with day shifts. Associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through an academic partnership with Wichita State University. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system focused on service, growth, care, and connection, recognized as a Great Place to Work and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

Deliver personalized physical therapy interventions under a professional plan of care to help patients regain their independence and mobility.
Execute specialized therapeutic techniques tailored to each patient’s unique needs to ensure the highest quality of recovery and safety.
Document patient care journeys with precision to maintain accurate, high-quality records that support seamless clinical transitions.
Collaborate with and coordinate the activities of support personnel and students to foster a cohesive, efficient, and educational team environment.