Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

Healthforce; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 73,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours during assignment

13-week contract duration

Dedicated recruiter support

Credentialing and onboarding support

Weekly pay

24/7 travel support

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a LTAC/LTC travel assignment in Waldorf, MD. Start date 10/26/2026, duration 13 weeks, 35 guaranteed hours per week, with a 5x8 shift (08:00–16:30).

You will provide PTA services under a licensed PT, implement care plans, and support mobility, safety, and patient education. This position offers weekly pay and dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in good standing or eligible in Maryland.
• Ability to work in LTAC/LTC environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under supervision of a licensed PT in LTAC/LTC setting, supporting mobility and functional goals.
• Implement and monitor components of the plan of care under supervising PT direction.
• Facilitate therapeutic interventions including exercise, ROM, strengthening, gait and balance training, and transfer techniques.
• Assist with patient positioning, mobility, safety, and use of assistive devices.
• Document patient progress, modify treatment notes, and communicate changes to the PT and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safety plans.

Skills

PTA services

Plan of care implementation

Mobility training

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC travel assignment in Waldorf, Maryland. Start date: 10/26/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,599–$1,698 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 5x8 Days, 08:00–16:30. Setting: long-term care facility (LTC – Nursing Home). This is a travel, temporary assignment managed by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $1,599–$1,698 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 hours per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
• Start date: 10/26/2026
• Setting: LTAC/LTC environment in a long-term care facility

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy assistant services under the supervision of a licensed PT in a LTAC/LTC setting, supporting mobility and functional goals.
• Implement and monitor components of the plan of care, adjusting as directed by the supervising PT.
• Facilitate therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, range of motion, strengthening, gait and balance training, and transfer techniques.
• Assist with patient positioning, mobility, and safety during therapy sessions; ensure proper use of assistive devices.
• Document patient progress, modify treatment notes as needed, and communicate concerns or changes to the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety plans, and carryover strategies to support recovery and functional independence.

Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a LTAC/LTC setting in Waldorf, MD
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; accurate documentation
• Willingness to participate in facility onboarding and credentialing processes
• Availability for a 5x8 day shift with guaranteed 35 hours per week
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours for the assignment
• 13-week contract duration
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
• Credentialing and onboarding coordination
• Weekly pay issued per week
• 24/7 travel support during the assignment

PAY DISCLAIMER RULE

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.