Physical Therapist, Inpatient Neurological Rehabilitation
Wichita, KS
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Physical Therapist (PT) - Wichita, Kansas

Job Details

• Setting: Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Patient Focus: Primarily neurological conditions including stroke, brain injury, multi-trauma, post spine surgery
• Typical Caseload: 4-6 patients per day
• Billing Expectation: 24 units per day
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday with rotating weekends
• Shift Hours: 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Kansas
• Minimum of 2 years of Physical Therapist experience
• Physical Therapist experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Clinical and Documentation Requirements

• Experience with electronic medical records, specifically Cerner/Onechart
• Ability to perform evaluations and treatments for neurological rehab patients

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

• Professional credentials including:

  • Resume/Profile
  • At least two professional references
  • Criminal background check (including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry)
  • Employment verification for the past seven years
  • Education verification relevant to clinical work
  • Signed assignment agreement and confirmation of assignment documentation
• Health and Immunization requirements:

  • Documented proof of two MMR vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted)
  • Documented proof of two Varicella vaccines, serological immunity, or verified history (no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination
  • Tdap vaccination valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
  • Fit test for respiratory protection (preferred before start, can be completed onsite)
  • 2-step PPD or IGRA testing for tuberculosis with annual updates; if positive, chest X-ray required
  • Health statement or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
  • 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter
• Identification:

  • Valid Driver’s License or State ID (must not be expired and address must match records)

Additional Notes

• Flu vaccine is optional; if declined during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31), mask wearing is required
• Skills checklist for specialty to be completed within one year of start and updated annually
• Background and employment verifications must be updated annually or if break in service exceeds 90 days

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist experienced in neurological inpatient rehabilitation seeking a 13-week contract with a structured weekday schedule and rotating weekends.