Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteHayesville, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Implement treatment plans to improve patient mobility, reduce pain, and enhance functional independence through hands-on assistance with therapeutic exercises, modalities, and activities of daily living. Guide patients through prescribed movements and transfers while documenting progress, educating caregivers on home exercise programs, and collaborating with the physical therapy team to coordinate comprehensive care. Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols and assisting with equipment setup and calibration. This 13-week travel assignment in Hayesville, North Carolina requires a valid PTA license and BLS certification, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
- Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy
- Physical Therapy Assistant experience
- Critical thinking
- Service excellence
- Good interpersonal communication skills
- The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions
- Ability to follow verbal instructions
- Proficiency in PC skills
- Ability to remain in a stationary position
- Ability to move about
- Ability to move equipment (50-100lbs)
- Ability to push
- Ability to pull
- Ability to bend
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of personnel
- Ability to present a positive attitude
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to grasp
- Ability to perform fine manipulation
- Ability to contend with frequent contact with the general public and customers
- Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
- Ability to work under close supervision occasionally
- Ability to work without assistance from other personnel
- Ability to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally
- Ability to maintain continuous concentration to detail
- Visual acuity
- Ability to effectively communicate
Desired Qualifications
- New Grads
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