Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,287 per week

ARMStaffing; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing seeks a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for an outpatient position in Lehigh Acres, FL. The role supports the Physical Therapist in treatment delivery, patient training, and modality application. It requires safety-first care and collaboration with the healthcare team.

The assignment runs 13 weeks, with a 36-hour week and 12-hour shifts, offering travel benefits and housing considerations. Candidates need a PTA degree, CAPTE, CPR, and an active Florida license.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited school.
• CAPTE Certified.
• 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Active or applicable state license.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and promote patient and employee safety, adhering to facility guidelines and safety protocols.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans and therapeutic interventions aimed at achieving patients' long-term goals.
• Train patients in the use of orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices.
• Demonstrate proper use of therapeutic modalities and equipment.
• Monitor patients' responses to treatment and make necessary interventions.
• Document patient progress, response to treatment, and maintain a clean treatment environment.
• Establish professional relationships with patients and collaborate with healthcare disciplines regarding therapy administered.
• Participate in team conferences and special projects aimed at enhancing patient care quality.

Education

Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited school

CAPTE Certified

CPR certification

Active state license

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Lehigh Acres, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Outpatient Physical Therapist AssistantJob Description

The Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant plays a vital role in providing high-quality therapeutic interventions as established by the Physical Therapist. This position emphasizes patient and employee safety, adhering to the organization’s core values and safety protocols. The role includes the implementation of treatment goals, training patients, and assisting in various therapeutic modalities.

Responsibilities

• Embrace and promote patient and employee safety, adhering to facility guidelines and safety protocols.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans and therapeutic interventions aimed at achieving patients' long-term goals.
• Train patients in the use of orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices.
• Demonstrate proper use of therapeutic modalities and equipment.
• Monitor patients' responses to treatment and make necessary interventions.
• Document patient progress, response to treatment, and maintain a clean treatment environment.
• Establish professional relationships with patients and collaborate with healthcare disciplines regarding therapy administered.
• Participate in team conferences and special projects aimed at enhancing patient care quality.

Schedule

This position offers a 5x8.0 schedule.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited school.
• CAPTE Certified.
• 1+ year of outpatient clinical experience.
• Current CPR certification.
• Active or applicable state license.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency.

ARMStaffing Job ID #37939594. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA:Physical Therapist Assistant,19:00:00-07:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp-to-perm employment
• Direct-hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
• Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Company-matched 401K