Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits including medical, dental, vision

HSA-compatible plans

4% 401(k) matching

Sick days and PTO

Tax-free travel stipends

Relocation assistance

Weekly on-time pay

Registry/PRN opportunities

FREE mentorship programs

Job summary

Gold Coast Healthcare Staffing is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team at a Skilled Nursing Facility in California. In this role, you will work closely with patients, assisting with exercises, reviewing treatment plans, and maintaining accurate records. You will also support patients using mobility devices and provide mentorship. This position offers full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching, along with sick days and tax-free travel stipends.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with exercises or functional tasks, correcting form, motivating, and ensuring safety.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and patient progress.
• Support patients who use devices such as walkers, canes, or wheelchairs.
• Mentor and encourage patients during major life changes, providing support and advice.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, clean, and safe.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment

Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

Ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment

Education

Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance

Job description

• Full Benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA‑compatible plans and 4% 401(k) matching
• Sick days and PTO
• Tax‑free travel stipends
• Relocation assistance
• Weekly on‑time pay
• Registry/PRN opportunities while on assignment

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team at a Skilled Nursing Facility. The role involves working closely with patients to exercise, practice daily tasks, motivate, correct posture, maintain accurate records, set up equipment, and keep the environment clean and safe.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with exercises or functional tasks, correcting form, motivating, and ensuring safety.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate records of treatments and patient progress.
• Support patients who use devices such as walkers, canes, or wheelchairs.
• Mentor and encourage patients during major life changes, providing support and advice.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, clean, and safe.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work well and make decisions in a high‑stress environment.

Benefits

• Full benefits package with 4% 401(k) matching
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA compatibility
• Sick days and PTO
• Tax‑free travel stipends
• Relocation assistance
• Weekly on‑time pay
• Registry/PRN opportunities to boost income
• FREE mentorship programs

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.