Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,715 per week

Cross Country Allied; Auburn (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or generous housing

Comprehensive health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for an outpatient travel assignment in the Auburn, MA area. You will support treatment plans created by the Physical Therapist and deliver interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.

The role emphasizes patient safety, documentation, education, infection control, and collaborative care. The schedule is days, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week with a start date of 11/23/2026.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• CAPTE certification.
• At least 1 year of outpatient clinical experience.
• CPR certification and active state license where services will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve mobility, strength, endurance, balance and functional skills.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, canes, crutches, walkers and wheelchairs.
• Document patient progress and responses, maintain infection control and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the care team and participate in conferences and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Outpatient PT experience

CPR certification

Active state license

Education

Physical Therapy degree from accredited school

CAPTE certification

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient Physical Therapy outpatient setting. The Physical Therapist Assistant supports treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and delivers therapeutic interventions to promote mobility, strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and functional independence. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective documentation, patient and family education, infection control, and collaborative care.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week; anticipated start date of 11/23/2026.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
  • Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) certification
  • At least 1 year of outpatient clinical experience
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
  • Active and applicable license for the state where services will be provided
• Additional Information:
  • Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
  • Provide therapeutic interventions, including posture training, strengthening, endurance and cardiac training, balance exercises, coordination exercises, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training.
  • Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
  • Demonstrate gait, guarding, belt, and safety techniques.
  • Instruct patients in the use of prescribed equipment and monitor responses to treatment.
  • Apply modalities such as hot and cold packs, paraffin baths, therapeutic pools, ultrasound, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and air splints.
  • Document patient progress, treatment responses, and patient and family education.
  • Maintain clean treatment areas, use appropriate protective equipment, and follow infection control and safety procedures.
  • Participate in team conferences, quality improvement activities, and collaborative care with other healthcare disciplines.
  • Establish professional and ethical relationships with patients, families, visitors, and staff.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1347844. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA - PT OP Physical Therapist Outpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus