Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

Healthforce; Hampton (NH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC is recruiting a Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel assignment in Hampton, NH. Start date is 11/23/2026 for a 13-week contract, with 35 guaranteed hours per week and a 5x8 shift (08:00–16:30).

The position operates in a LTAC-focused long-term care facility with an assisted living component and supervision by a licensed physical therapist. You will deliver PTA services, monitor and adjust treatment plans, assist with assessments, documentation, and discharge

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in New Hampshire or eligibility to obtain licensure per state regulations.
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Previous LTAC or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork; comfortable documenting in electronic health records.
• BLS/CPR as required by employer and facility policy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PTA services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to residents in a LTAC/long-term care setting
• Implement and monitor treatment plans including therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility training, and activities of daily living tasks
• Assist with patient assessments, document progress, and communicate findings to the supervising PT and care team
• Ensure patient safety during therapy sessions, apply proper body mechanics, and adhere to infection control and safety protocols
• Collaborate with nursing staff and family members to support rehabilitation goals and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in patient records according to facility policies and regulatory requirements

Skills

PTA License NH

Associate degree PTA

LTAC Experience

BLS/CPR

EHR Documentation

Education

PTA Program Accredited

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapy Assistant (LTAC) travel assignment in Hampton, New Hampshire. Start date: 11/23/2026 for a 13-week contract. Weekly pay range: $1,693 to $1,777 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 days (hours typically 08:00-16:30). The role is in a long-term care facility with an assisted living component, working in a LTAC-focused environment under a physical therapist's supervision. This is a travel - temporary assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $1,693-$1,777 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00-16:30
• Start date: 11/23/2026
• Setting: LTAC within a long-term care facility (assisted living component)

Responsibilities

• Deliver PTA services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to residents in a LTAC/long-term care setting
• Implement and monitor treatment plans including therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility training, and activities of daily living tasks
• Assist with patient assessments, document progress, and communicate findings to the supervising PT and care team
• Ensure patient safety during therapy sessions, apply proper body mechanics, and adhere to infection control and safety protocols
• Collaborate with nursing staff and family members to support rehabilitation goals and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in patient records according to facility policies and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in New Hampshire or eligibility to obtain licensure per state regulations
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program
• Ability to work in a LTAC/long-term care setting and adapt to a skilled rehabilitation workflow
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; comfortable documenting in electronic health records
• Previous experience in LTAC or skilled nursing environments preferred
• BLS/CPR as required by employer and facility policy

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours included in the assignment
• Competitive weekly pay in the stated range
• Travel and assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
• Ongoing recruiter and assignment support throughout the contract

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.