Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant - $2,166 perweek

Towne U.S. LLC; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Towne U.S. LLC is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a travel assignment in Turlock, California at a skilled nursing facility. The role focuses on delivering skilled rehab to short-term and long-term residents under supervision of a PT.

Responsibilities include gait training, transfers, fall prevention, documentation in EMR, and collaboration with OT, SLP, nursing. Active PTA license required; SNF/geriatric rehab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license in practicing state.
• SNF or geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term resident caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Assist patients with transfers, gait training, balance, strength, and endurance exercises.
• Implement fall prevention strategies and adaptive equipment recommendations.
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility and home exercise programs.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising PT.
• Document treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in EMR.
• Collaborate with OT, SLP, nursing, and case management.
• Maintain productivity while ensuring patient-centered care.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Active PTA license (state)

Job description

Towne U.S. LLC is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Turlock, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility. This role focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to short-term rehab patients and long-term residents, helping them regain mobility, independence, and confidence in daily activities.

The PTA will implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist, delivering skilled interventions that improve strength, balance, gait, and functional mobility. This position requires strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to manage a productive caseload in a supportive, team-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed PT

• Assist patients with transfers, gait training, balance, strength, and endurance exercises

• Implement fall prevention strategies and assist with adaptive equipment recommendations

• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility and home exercise programs

• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising PT

• Accurately document treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in EMR

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including OT, SLP, nursing, and case management

• Maintain productivity while ensuring patient-centered care

Ideal Candidate:

• Active PTA license in practicing state

• SNF or geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred

• Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills

• Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term resident caseloads

This is an excellent opportunity for a PTA who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and making a meaningful impact on patient functional outcomes in a supportive, team-oriented setting.

Towne U.S. LLC Job ID #19032160. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Physical Therapy:PTA SNF,08:00:00-16:00:00

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan