Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,655 per week
$86,060–$86,060 year
On-site · Oakland, California, United States
Job Summary
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant needed for a 13-week stay at a Skilled Nursing Facility in Oakland, CA. Responsibilities include assisting with transfers, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and documenting in electronic medical records under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Must hold an active California PTA license, have an associate degree in Physical Therapy, and be available to start ASAP for full-time travel coverage (40 hours/week, 8-hour shifts). The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and delivering patient-centered rehab in a travel contract setting.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active California PTA license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
- Ability to work typical rehabilitation caseloads, assist with transfers, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and documentation in electronic medical records.
- Client requirement: must be available to start ASAP and able to commit to a 13-week contract (client-specified).
- Preferred: prior experience with restorative nursing programs and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
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