Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

Ardent Health

1 month ago

Topeka, KansasFull TimePhysical Therapy

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

About the Role

Join University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus as a Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA in United States. Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Acute Care Certified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Topeka, KS. Why Join Us?

Key Responsibilities

Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.

Promotes physical therapy services and professional development throughout the organization and community.

Reports to the assigned leader of department.

Requirements

Job Requirements: Associate’s degree in physical therapy.

Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in State of Kansas.

BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Must have a valid driver’s license and must provide an original driving record.

Benefits & Compensation

-, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team: The University of Kansas Health System St.

Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

Apply to join University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus as a Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA.

Key Skills

Physical TherapyPatient Care DeliveryClinical SupervisionBLS CertificationDriving

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA at Ardent Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Physical Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Physical Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Physical Therapy position at Ardent Health is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Topeka, Kansas.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Physical Therapy, Patient Care Delivery, Clinical Supervision, BLS Certification, Driving. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist Assistant performs care delivery according to physical therapy plans and standards set by the APTA and Kansas practice acts. This role also involves providing direction and clinical supervision to support staff and promoting physical therapy services.

Benefits package: Paid Time Off, Comprehensive Health Benefits, Tuition Assistance, Career Growth Opportunities, Wellness Resources. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Physical Therapy psychologist jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.