World Nurses is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Sacramento, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 30 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days, evenings, nights, flexible
- Employment Type: Travel
We’re hiring nationwide and encouraging multi-location and out-of-state applicants to apply for exciting opportunities across multiple states. Qualified candidates from anywhere in the U.S. are welcome, with competitive housing stipends and travel allowances available to support assignments away from home.
Job Description: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Contract
Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Normal
Duration: 13 weeks
Positions Available: 1
Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
Schedule: Varies
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Position Overview
We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a contract assignment in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The PTA will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to help residents improve mobility, strength, and functional independence through individualized therapy programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing physical therapy treatment plans as directed by the Physical Therapist
- Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility training
- Monitor patient progress and report changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and mobility techniques
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility standards
- Ensure patient safety and adherence to rehabilitation protocols
Required Qualifications
- Active state Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license (must be current)
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a PTA
- Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred
- Strong communication and patient care skills
Additional Details
- No holiday coverage required
- Bilingual skills not required
- EMR system: Not specified
Only qualified and certified candidates may apply.
About World Nurses
World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled
healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with
opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We
believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our
business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in
placement.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Relocation bonus
