Physical Therapist

Ascension • Derby, KS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides inpatient physical therapy at Via Christi St Peter Hospital in Derby, Kansas. The role develops individualized treatment plans with patients and families, assesses patient conditions, and delivers evidence-based interventions to improve mobility and quality of life. The therapist also leads and mentors assistants and students as part of the rehabilitation team. The schedule is day shift; full-time and PRN opportunities are listed.

Applicants must hold a Physical Therapy license credentialed by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts before the hire or transfer date and obtain BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. American Heart Association and American Red Cross certifications are accepted. A bachelor's degree is required; a master's or doctorate degree is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Physical Therapy (PT) license credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts before the hire date or job transfer date.
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of the hire date or job transfer date; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Nice To Haves

• Master's or doctorate degree.

Responsibilities

• Create individualized treatment plans that help patients and families achieve recovery goals.
• Evaluate patient conditions through comprehensive assessments and tailor clinical interventions to individual needs.
• Perform evidence-based therapy interventions to improve patient mobility and quality of life.
• Lead and mentor support personnel, including assistants and students, to support collaborative care across the rehabilitation team.

Benefits

• Tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through an academic partnership with Wichita State University.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time