Travel PTA: Impactful SNF Therapy in CA

Pioneer Healthcare Services; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Weekly pay

License and certification reimbursemen

Job summary

Pioneer Healthcare Services seeks a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a Santa Clara, CA assignment. The role focuses on implementing PT plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, and ensuring patient progress in a SNF setting.

Requirements include CA PTA licensure, NPTE, and an accredited PTA program; BLS is strongly recommended. Assignment runs 18 weeks with 40 hours per week, on-site in Santa Clara.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited PTA program.
• Pass NPTE and CA PTA licensure.
• BLS/First Aid certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing personalized treatment plans developed by physical therapists.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and modalities to improve patient function and mobility.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the supervising physical therapist.
• Educate patients and families on exercise techniques and safety measures.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient sessions and progress.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Support discharge planning and facilitate continuity of care as needed.

Education

Accredited PTA program

National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)

CA PTA licensure/certification

First Aid Certification (BLS) recommended

Job description

Pioneer Healthcare Services seeks a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a Santa Clara, CA assignment. The role focuses on implementing PT plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, and ensuring patient progress in a SNF setting.

Requirements include CA PTA licensure, NPTE, and an accredited PTA program; BLS is strongly recommended. Assignment runs 18 weeks with 40 hours per week, on-site in Santa Clara.