Physical Therapist Assistant: Skilled Nursing (SNF)

HiredFirst; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst seeks a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant for a travel contract in Salinas, CA. This 13-week assignment offers a weekly pay range of $1,800 to $1,900, with day shifts totaling 36–40 hours per week. The PTA will join a Skilled Nursing Facility and support patient care under supervision.

Experience in SNF settings is preferred, with emphasis on developing personalized care plans, documenting progress in EMR, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in good standing.
• SNF setting experience preferred.
• Develop and implement patient care plans with measurable goals.
• Accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and outcomes in EMR systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled PTA services under supervision in SNF settings.
• Develop and implement patient care plans with measurable goals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments based on outcomes.
• Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes in EMR systems.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and self-management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Licensed PTA

SNF experience

Care plan development

EMR documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant: Skilled Nursing (SNF)– Travel Contract
Location: Salinas, CA(Not the right fit? We have additional PT opportunities available throughout California.)
Pay: $ 1,800-1,900 per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks (extension possible)
Schedule: Day shifts | 36–40 hours per week

We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join a Skilled Nursing Facility in Salinas, CA. This 13-week travel assignment offers competitive weekly pay, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care. Whether you’re an experienced SNF therapist or a new graduate with skilled nursing clinical rotations, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy assistant services under supervision in SNF settings.
• Develop and implement patient care plans to achieve functional goals.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments based on measured outcomes.
• Identify and report safety concerns and potential risks promptly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes accurately in EMR systems.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and self-management.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and skill advancement.
• Adhere to contract terms, on-site work requirements, and facility policies.
• Demonstrate accountability for personal performance and meet quarterly targets.
• Utilize data and pipelines to forecast patient flow and resource needs.
• Demonstrate adaptability in a growth-oriented environment with merit-based rewards.

Experience/Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in good standing; SNF setting preferred.
• Provide skilled PTA services under supervision in SNF facilities.
• Develop and implement patient care plans with measurable functional goals.
• Accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and outcomes in EMR systems.
• Identify and report safety concerns and potential risks promptly.
• Monitor progress; adjust treatments based on objective outcomes and data.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and self-management strategies.
• Demonstrate adaptability in a growth-oriented, merit-based environment.
• Utilize data and patient flow pipelines to forecast resource needs.