Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

SriMatrix health; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Srimatrix Health is seeking a dedicated Travel PTA for a 13-week assignment in California. Join a skilled nursing rehabilitation team focused on restoring strength, mobility, and independence.

You will implement plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises and gait training, monitor progress, and document outcomes while collaborating with physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification if required by state regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, mobility training, gait training, and functional activities.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the therapy team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and techniques to support recovery.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments and patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals and maximizing independence.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant program

PTA License

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Location: California

Assignment Length: 13 Weeks

Employment Type: Travel Contract

Schedule: Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday | 38 Hours Per Week

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week travel assignment in California. This opportunity offers the chance to work with a dynamic rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing environment focused on helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence. The ideal candidate is a team-oriented clinician who thrives in a collaborative setting and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, mobility training, gait training, and functional activities.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the therapy team.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and techniques to support recovery.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments and patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Support patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals and maximizing independence.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification if required by state regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Preferred

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience.
• Rehabilitation experience with orthopedic and neurological patients.
• Previous travel therapy experience.

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