Physical Therapist Assistant

HiredFirst; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 77,283 - 110,070; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in San Jose seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a contract role. The PTA will assist Physical Therapists in implementing treatment plans in a skilled nursing facility, helping to improve patient mobility and functional outcomes. With a schedule of 36 hours per week, this position requires accurate documentation of treatments and effective monitoring of patient responses. This opportunity offers a competitive pay rate of $68/hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in skilled nursing facility settings.
• Ability to assist Physical Therapists with treatment plans.
• Skills in documentation and patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist PT in implementing SNF treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve mobility and functional outcomes.
• Monitor patient response; report progress to PT.
• Document treatments accurately and timely.

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) (Contract)

Location: CA 95128; Start Date: ASAP; Duration: 13 Weeks; Schedule: 36 hours/week; Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF); Employment Type: Travel or Permanent Opportunity; Pay: $68/hour

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Assist PT in implementing SNF treatment plans.

Provide therapy to improve mobility and functional outcomes.

Monitor patient response; report progress to PT.

Document treatments accurately and timely.