Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Wichita, Kansas
KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Location: Wichita, Kansas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 08:00 AM – 04:30 PM

Job Description

• Work with Electronic Health Record system: Cerner OneChart
• Dress code: Black scrubs

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license in Kansas
• Minimum of 1 year of Physical Therapy Assistant experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Required Credentials and Documentation

Submission Requirements (Before Consideration)

• Professional resume/profile
• Two professional references
• Valid driver’s license or state ID (must not be expired and address must comply with compact license rules)
• BLS certification

Onboarding Requirements (Must be completed prior to or at start)

• Signed assignment agreement (offer letter, initial confirmation, and extension)
• Health documentation including:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive immunity titer (no declinations accepted)
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or verified history (no declinations accepted)
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B: Completion of vaccination series or signed declination
  • Influenza vaccine (optional; if declined during flu season, mask required)
  • Tuberculosis screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA test with annual TB questionnaire; if positive, chest X-ray within 1 year required
  • Fit test for respiratory protection (preferred before start; onsite completion possible)
  • Health statement or physical exam confirming good health, updated annually
• Background checks and verifications:

  • Criminal background check including SSN trace, OIG search, national sex offender registry, and others within 30 days of start; updated annually or after >90-day break
  • Employment verification for past 7 years; updated annually or after >90-day break
  • Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days of start; updated after >90-day break
  • EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 90 days of start; rerun if break >90 days
• Skills checklist for specialty, completed within one year and updated annually
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start; updated annually or after >90-day break
• Badge photo: Forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required
• Contract length is 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
• No pay or bill rate information provided

This position is suitable for a Physical Therapist Assistant seeking a long-term assignment in Wichita, Kansas, with comprehensive credentialing and health requirements to ensure compliance and safety.