Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - $1,648 per week

AMN Healthcare Allied; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 84,000 - 87,000; Full time

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Company provided housing options

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Continuing Education

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Job summary

AMN Healthcare Allied seeks a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant for an outpatient role in Rockwall, Texas. The PTA will manage an outpatient caseload, perform evaluations, and implement treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.

The position involves a 26-week assignment with 40 hours per week, daytime shifts, and travel requirements. Start date is 09/28/2026, with a pay rate of $1,623–$1,673 per week, depending on shift and assignment details.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license required in Texas.
• Experience in outpatient PT settings preferred.
• Ability to travel for assignments and maintain patient care standards.
• CPR certification or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat outpatient orthopedic and musculoskeletal patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients on exercises, home programs, and injury prevention.
• Document patient progress and coordinate with referring physicians.

Skills

PTA certification

Outpatient care

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in TX

Tools

EMR systems

Travel coordination tools

Job description

AMN Healthcare Allied is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Rockwall, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description & Requirements
Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - (PTA)
StartDate: 9/28/2026Available Shifts: 8 DPay Rate: $1623.00 - $1673.00

This outpatient PTA role is based in Rockwall, a thriving lakeside community just east of Dallas. Rockwall offers a blend of small-town charm and big-city access, with beautiful views of Lake Ray Hubbard, a walkable historic downtown, and an array of restaurants, shops, parks, and water activities. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation such as boating, paddleboarding, lakeside trails, and community events, while still being within an easy drive of the cultural, entertainment, and professional opportunities of the greater Dallas–Fort Worth area. The area is known for quality schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a family-friendly environment that supports a balanced lifestyle.The clinic is a modern outpatient physical therapy center designed to support high-quality, evidence-based care. As a Physical Therapist here, you will work in a collaborative, professional environment focused on patient-centered outcomes and continuous clinical growth. You will manage an outpatient caseload that typically includes orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions, post-surgical patients, sports-related injuries, and work-related issues. A typical day involves conducting comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering hands-on interventions and therapeutic exercise tailored to each patient’s goals and functional needs.Clinical responsibilities include performing thorough musculoskeletal assessments, establishing functional goals, and providing interventions such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and modalities as appropriate. You will educate patients on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and lifestyle modifications to support long-term results. Communication with referring physicians and other healthcare providers is an important part of the role to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.Patient scheduling is designed to allow for meaningful one-on-one treatments, appropriate follow-up visits, and consistent reassessment of progress. Caseload volume is aligned with outpatient standards, allowing you to focus on clinical quality while contributing to clinic productivity. The clinic environment supports collaboration among therapists and support staff, with opportunities to consult on complex cases and share best practices.Shifts are generally daytime clinic hours on weekdays, with the possibility of occasional extended hours depending on patient and clinic needs. The schedule provides a predictable routine that supports work-life balance, while still allowing engagement with the vibrant activities and amenities Rockwall and the surrounding area have to offer.This position is well suited for a PTA who enjoys outpatient practice, values working in a supportive and growth-oriented clinical setting, and wants to live and work in a community with access to lakeside recreation and the broader Dallas–Fort Worth metro. If at any point you would like to adjust your job description writing preferences, you can ask to modify them and they will be updated for future descriptions.Required Qualifications
Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient
References: 1 Reference in entire work history License and OP experience are required.Preferred Qualifications
Travel experience is preferredJob Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.Physical therapist assistant, physical therapy assistant, physical therapy, PTA, therapy assistant, allied, allied health, rehabilitation assistant, rehabilitation, outpatient physical therapist assistant, outpatient PTA, outpatient

AMN Healthcare Allied Job ID #3573457. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - (PTA)

About AMN Healthcare Allied

AMN Healthcare is a leading force in the healthcare industry, committed to being the most trusted, innovative, and influential partner for healthcare organizations. With a focus on providing quality patient care, AMN Healthcare offers holistic solutions that reduce costs, streamline processes, and improve efficiencies. The company boasts over 30 years of experience and takes pride in staffing leading healthcare facilities with the nation's best travelers. As an industry leader, AMN Healthcare offers a diverse team dedicated to supporting healthcare workers and facilities, ensuring a personalized and supportive experience for both clients and candidates.

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Benefits

• Company provided housing options
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Continuing Education