Travel Physical Therapy Assistant General Job

Healthforce; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 recruiter support

Dedicated assignment support

Nationwide assignments

Potential extension opportunities

Job summary

Healthforce seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel assignment in Lebanon, New Hampshire. The position runs for 13 weeks in a skilled nursing setting, starting 11/09/2026, with 35 guaranteed hours per week and a daily shift from 08:00 to 16:30.

The role requires current PTA licensure or eligibility and involves providing care under a licensed PT, along with documentation, patient education, and collaboration with the therapy team.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and therapy team.
• Accurate documentation of patient status, progress, and changes.
• Collaborative teamwork with licensed PTs and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PTA services under a licensed PT's supervision according to the plan of care.
• Facilitate therapeutic exercises, gait, balance, ROM, and functional mobility for older adults.
• Assist with positioning, transfers, daily activities, and rehab tasks as directed.
• Document patient status and progress in records; communicate with PT and therapy team.
• Maintain a clean, safe therapy space and follow infection control protocols.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and discharge instructions.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Licensed PTA

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapy Assistant, General - Lebanon, New Hampshire. This travel temporary assignment begins 11/09/2026 and runs for 13 weeks in a skilled nursing setting. Weekly pay ranges from $1,819 to $1,862 with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00-16:30.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $1,819-$1,862 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00-16:30
• Start date: 11/09/2026
• Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
• CRITICAL NEED for immediate placement
• Travel assignment with dedicated support

Responsibilities

• Deliver PT assistant services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, following the established plan of care.
• Facilitate therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, range of motion, and functional mobility for older adults.
• Assist with patient positioning, transfers, daily activities, and other rehabilitation tasks as directed.
• Document patient status, progress, and any changes in patient records; communicate effectively with the PT and therapy team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy space; follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and discharge instructions to promote continuity of care.

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy Assistant license or eligibility as required by state
• Ability to work in a skilled nursing facility setting on a travel assignment
• Experience in geriatric or long-term care rehabilitation preferred
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work the listed shift with guaranteed hours and adapt to assignment needs

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment
• Nationwide assignments
• Potential extension opportunities

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.