Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

Healthforce; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 3,660,000 - 3,729,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel assignment support

Recruiter support throughout the assig

Onboarding and scheduling assistance

Defined start date

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a 13-week travel assignment in Mount Olive, NC, with a 5x8 shift from 08:00 to 16:30 and guaranteed 35 hours per week.

The role focuses on LTAC-influenced inpatient rehabilitation. You will assess, plan, implement, and adjust treatments, document outcomes, and collaborate with the care team to support discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina PTA license or eligibility for licensure.
• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited program.
• Experience in LTAC or inpatient rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a corrections setting and follow facility policies.
• CPR/BLS certification recommended or required by facility policy.
• Willingness to commit to a 13-week travel assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT, including assessment and progression of interventions.
• Implement and adjust PT treatment plans to address functional goals for inpatients in LTAC-influenced rehab.
• Monitor patient progress, document outcomes, and communicate changes to the care team.
• Assist with patient education on mobility, strength, balance and safety to support discharge planning.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure patient safety during therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with facility policies and professional standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Treatment planning

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapy Assistant - LTAC
Mount Olive, North Carolina, United States
Travel assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
Start date: 10/19/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly pay: $1,547-$1,576 per week
Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00-16:30
Setting: Corrections (LTAC-type inpatient rehabilitation environment)

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $1,547-$1,576 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 08:00-16:30, 5 days per week
• Start date: 10/19/2026
• Work setting: LTAC-influenced rehab within a corrections environment

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed PT, including assessment, treatment planning, and progression of interventions.
• Implement and adjust PT treatment plans to address functional goals for inpatients in an LTAC-oriented setting.
• Monitor patient progress, document outcomes, and communicate changes to the care team.
• Assist with patient education on mobility, strength, balance, and safety to support discharge planning and daily living activities.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure patient safety during therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with facility policies and professional standards.

Requirements

• Current North Carolina Physical Therapy Assistant license or eligibility for licensure
• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited program
• Experience in an LTAC or inpatient rehabilitation environment preferred
• Ability to work in a corrections setting and follow facility policies and procedures
• CPR/BLS certification recommended or required by facility policy
• Willingness to commit to a 13-week travel assignment and related scheduling

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
• 13-week travel assignment with a defined start date
• Travel assignment support and coordination from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
• Ongoing recruiter support throughout the assignment
• Assistance with onboarding and scheduling to align with start date

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.