Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-Time

Aura Health; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to deliver therapy services under supervision across diverse clinical settings. You will implement individualized treatment plans, assist with mobility, gait training, and functional activities while maintaining patient safety and documentation.

This role requires an accredited PTA program graduate, active license in the assignment state, and strong communication skills to educate patients and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license in the state of assignment or ability to obtain.
• Clinical experience preferred; strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to new environments while providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard therapy services, support patient improvement, collaborate with team members, and maintain clinical documentation.
• The role offers opportunities for professional growth across diverse healthcare settings.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Role:

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) responsible for providing therapy services under supervision to improve patient mobility, strength, balance, and independence.

Responsibilities:

• Implement individualized treatment plans, deliver therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility interventions.
• Monitor patient responses, communicate progress, and educate patients and caregivers on home programs and safety.
• Maintain accurate documentation, collaborate with healthcare team, participate in care and discharge planning, and ensure a safe, professional environment.
• Adapt quickly to new settings and patient needs.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license in the state of assignment or ability to obtain.
• Preferred clinical experience, strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to new environments while providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Duties:

• Provide high-standard therapy services, support patient improvement, collaborate with team members, and maintain clinical documentation.
• The role offers opportunities for professional growth across diverse healthcare settings.