What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract position at Jackson Therapy Partners?
Make a real difference as a travel PTA providing home health services in North Kansas City, MO. You will support patients recovering from illness or injury by implementing treatment plans under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Candidates must be proficient with HCHB and OASIS documentation workflows. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Missouri PTA license required prior to the start of the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- At least 12 months of home health experience within the past 3 years is required.
- Experience using HCHB and OASIS is required.
- Ability to meet productivity expectations of 32 points per week.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in home health covering a regional caseload.
Assignment Details
- Shift: Days, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday.
- Typical schedule: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. M-F 8-5 noted as typical hours.
- Area of coverage: discussed during interviews. Candidate may be expected to travel within the regional coverage area.
Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.
Benefits
We offer a benefits package for travelers that includes medical options, 401k matching, recruiter support, referral programs, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement. Details will be provided by your recruiter.
Impacting Patient Care
Join a home health team and deliver patient-centered care that enables safe function and independence. You will work collaboratively with licensed therapists and interdisciplinary staff to support discharge goals and home safety. Documentation accuracy with HCHB and OASIS will directly impact patient outcomes and agency compliance.
Location Highlights
North Kansas City sits near downtown Kansas City and the Missouri River, offering access to urban amenities and riverfront recreation. The area is within a short drive to the Country Club Plaza shopping district and the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, and it provides convenient commutes to parks such as Burr Oak Woods and Clay County parks. The region supports an urban-suburban lifestyle with professional dining, cultural attractions, and multiple highway connections for regional travel.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.