- Location
- Kansas City, KS
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Home Health (Full Time)
Thrive Therapy of Kansas
Serving Kansas City, KS
About Thrive Therapy of Kansas
At?Thrive Therapy of Kansas, we help patients achieve greater strength, mobility, and independence through compassionate, evidence-based physical therapy — all delivered in the comfort of their homes. Our mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting our clinicians with flexibility, teamwork, and opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re a caring, motivated?Physical Therapist Assistant?who loves helping others thrive, we’d love to have you on our team!
Position Summary
We’re seeking a?Full-Time Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)?to join our dynamic therapy team. The PTA will work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver personalized, hands-on care that promotes recovery, mobility, and functional independence for patients in their homes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with prescribed therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, flexibility, and balance
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Monitor, document, and report patient progress and condition changes in a timely manner
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility strategies, and safety techniques
- Prepare and maintain a clean, safe treatment environment
- Assist patients with transfers and mobility training during therapy sessions
- Collaborate with the therapy team and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care
- Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with company and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (required)
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Active?Kansas PTA license?through the?Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA)?(required)
- Minimum?1 year of PTA experience?(required);?2+ years?and home health experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
- Dependable, self-motivated, and compassionate
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
Schedule
- Full Time
- Flexible Schedule
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling and manageable caseloads
- Supportive, team-focused work culture
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients’ daily lives
Work Location
- In the field (home health visits in the KC area and at our Lenexa Therapy Center location)
How to Apply
Join a team that helps others thrive — and grow your career while doing it!
Send your resume to?[email protected]
Requirements
- Must have your Kansas PTA License
- Reliable vehicle
- Valid Driver's License
- Valid Car Insurance
