Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - Weekly Pay

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Travel stipend

Team support

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping patients regain mobility, strength, and independence across diverse clinical settings.

The position offers 40 hours per week, day shifts, competitive pay, housing and travel stipends, and ongoing support from the team, with assignments on a 13-week travel basis to gain broad clinical experience and explore new locations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license or eligibility for licensure in multiple states.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to diverse settings and patient needs.
• Passion for patient care and willingness to travel for assignments.
• New graduates with strong skills encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing therapy plans developed by supervising PTs.
• Help patients perform exercises and mobility activities.
• Monitor, document, and report patient progress.
• Educate patients and caregivers on rehabilitation techniques.
• Maintain therapy equipment and support patient mobility.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive care.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Travel willingness

Patient care passion

Education

Associate’s degree from PTA program

Job description

A travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility, strength, and independence. This position involves assisting in implementing individualized treatment plans, guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, and providing education to patients and caregivers. The role requires maintaining a safe environment, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing therapy plans developed by supervising PTs.
• Help patients perform exercises and mobility activities.
• Monitor, document, and report patient progress.
• Educate patients and caregivers on rehabilitation techniques.
• Maintain therapy equipment and support patient mobility.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver comprehensive care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Active PTA license or eligibility for licensure in multiple states.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to diverse settings and patient needs.
• Passion for patient care and willingness to travel for assignments.
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year clinical experience; new graduates with strong skills are encouraged to apply.

Additional Details

The role offers 40 hours per week, day shifts, competitive pay, housing and travel stipends, and ongoing support from the team. It provides an opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience while exploring new locations on a 13-week travel basis.