Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – 13-Week Contract

FocusStaff; Fort Washington (MD); On-site; USD 41,328,000 - 55,104,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

401K matching

New licensing reimbursement

Job staffing in all 50 states

Competitive package

Job summary

Focus Staff currently has a client in Fort Washington, MD looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). The traveling PTA will support a friendly, positive, and professional environment on a 13-week contract with a 5x8 shift pattern.

Qualified candidates must hold a PTA license, be able to travel, and pass drug/background screens. CPR/BCLS certification and good patient safety knowledge are required.

Qualifications

• Must maintain valid state PTA license.
• Must pass drug screen and background screening.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to company locations.
• Prefer medical background such as MA or LPN.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality therapy services by assisting the Physical Therapist with patient treatment.
• Follows required guidelines and documentation of prognosis, goals and response.
• Carrying out individually designed programs to maintain, improve or restore physical function.
• Assist with interventions for patient safety as necessary.
• Ensure safety and infection control in compliance with laws and standards.
• Maintain CPR or BCLS certification.
• Demonstrate communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Respond to study participant inquiries with appropriate information.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Therapy services knowledge

Leadership and delegation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical background preferred (MA/LPN)

Job description

Focus Staff currently has a client in Fort Washington, MD looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). The traveling PTA will support a friendly, positive, and professional environment on a 13-week contract with a 5x8 shift pattern.

Qualified candidates must hold a PTA license, be able to travel, and pass drug/background screens. CPR/BCLS certification and good patient safety knowledge are required.