Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k)

Life insurance

Continuing education

Housing options

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute seeks a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant to implement treatment plans under supervision and help patients improve mobility and independence.

You will document progress, educate patients and families on home exercises, and ensure high-quality care delivery while meeting travel requirements and collaborating with the supervising therapist.

Qualifications

• Must hold New Jersey PTA licensure and graduate from an accredited PTA program.
• Current BLS certification and at least one professional reference are required.
• Travel-capable role with documentation of patient progress and home programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapy to improve patient outcomes.
• Document treatments and educate patients and families on home programs.

Skills

Excellent communication

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

PTA license (New Jersey)

Graduation from an accredited PTA program

BLS certification

At least one reference

Tools

Optima system

Job description

Role:

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) responsible for implementing physical therapy treatment plans under supervision, providing therapeutic interventions to enhance mobility, strength, and independence.

• Responsibilities: Document patient progress, educate patients and families on home exercises, and ensure quality care delivery.
• Qualifications: Active New Jersey PTA license, graduation from an accredited PTA program, current BLS certification, and at least one reference.
• Preferred Skills: Travel and rehab experience, familiarity with Optima system.

Key Duties:

Provide skilled therapy to improve patient outcomes, document treatments, and educate on home programs.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• medical/dental/vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• continuing education
• housing options
• referral bonuses

Location:

Hackensack, NJ, a vibrant city near New York City, offering cultural attractions and diverse dining options.