Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Travel Contract

TMS; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 53,726; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a travel contract at the Life Care Center of Punta Gorda. The position offers variable day shifts with 8-hour shifts in a skilled nursing facility environment.

The role includes assisting physical therapists, improving patient mobility, documenting progress, and collaborating with healthcare teams. An active PTA license is required, with preferred BLS certification and prior experience. The pay rate ranges from $38 to $39 per hour.

Qualifications

• Active PTA License required.
• BLS certification preferred.
• Previous Physical Therapy Assistant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapists with patient treatment plans.
• Help patients improve mobility and functional abilities.
• Document patient progress and treatment responses.
• Support rehabilitation and restorative care services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Skills

Active PTA License

BLS certification

Skilled Nursing Facility experience

Physical Therapy Assistant experience

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Travel Contract

Facility: Life Care Center of Punta Gorda
Location: Punta Gorda

Facility Address:
Life Care Center of Punta Gorda
450 Shreve St
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
USA

13-Week Contract

Variable Day Shifts

8-Hour Shifts

LTC / Nursing Home Setting

Pay

$38 – $39 per hour

Approx. $1,520 – $1,560 per week gross

Requirements

Active PTA License required

BLS certification preferred

Skilled Nursing Facility/LTC experience preferred

Previous Physical Therapy Assistant experience required

Responsibilities

Assist Physical Therapists with patient treatment plans

Help patients improve mobility and functional abilities

Document patient progress and treatment responses

Support rehabilitation and restorative care services

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams