Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled

Health Here; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Continuing education

Housing options

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Health Here is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support patient rehabilitation in a skilled nursing setting in California.

You will assist physical therapists with treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and monitor patient progress while documenting sessions and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient independence.

Qualifications

• Active California PTA license required.
• Graduation from an accredited PTA program.
• BLS certification required; valid SSN and DOB.

Responsibilities

• Support patient recovery and rehabilitation under PT supervision.
• Assist with treatment exercises and mobility training.
• Track patient progress and document sessions.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Graduation from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Role: Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) supporting patient rehabilitation in a skilled nursing setting.

Responsibilities: Assist physical therapists with treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, mobility training, monitor patient progress, document sessions, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient independence.

Qualifications & Skills

• Active California PTA license
• Graduation from an accredited PTA program
• At least 1 year of experience (preferred but not required for new grads with clinical rotations)
• Required certifications: BLS (copy needed)
• Valid SSN and DOB
• Excellent documentation and communication skills

Key Duties:

Support patient recovery, assist with treatment exercises, track progress, and work within a team to enhance patient outcomes.

Additional Details:

Shifts are 8 hours during the day, offering competitive pay.

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

The role involves supporting rehabilitation efforts in a vibrant community with access to outdoor activities and local attractions.