Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-Time

Aura Health; Aledo (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to support mobility, strength, and rehabilitation under a licensed Physical Therapist. This role involves traveling to different patient sites to deliver evidence-based therapy.

The PTA collaborates with healthcare teams, educates patients and caregivers, and ensures safety while documenting progress and adapting plans for diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Requires PTA program completion and active licensure or eligibility.
• Licensing assistance available for the right candidate.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in therapy implementation and patient mobility.
• Monitor, document, and report patient progress to the supervising PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and rehab techniques.
• Maintain equipment and ensure patient safety during mobility tasks.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Patient education

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Role: Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) responsible for assisting patients with mobility, strength, and rehabilitation under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans and help patients perform therapeutic exercises.
• Monitor, document, and report patient progress to the supervising PT.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and rehab techniques.
• Maintain equipment and assist with patient mobility to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license or eligibility for licensure; licensing assistance available.
• Preferably one year of clinical experience; strong skills encouraged for new grads.
• Adaptability to new settings and patient populations.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Passion for patient care and willingness to travel.

Key Duties: Assist in therapy implementation, support patient mobility, monitor progress, educate patients, ensure safety, and collaborate with healthcare teams.