Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job
Houma, LA
Weekly Pay: $1162.00
Schedule:
4x8.00 Days
Assignment Length: 13 week
Start date -
ASAP
Float Required - NO
Job Overview
TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is seeking dedicated Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) to help patients regain mobility and improve quality of life by implementing therapeutic interventions under the guidance of Physical Therapists. This position is structured for travel assignments, ideal for PTAs who thrive in diverse clinical settings and enjoy exploring new locations.
Responsibilities
- Assist Physical Therapists in executing individualized treatment plans.
- Provide therapeutic exercises, gait and mobility training, and patient education.
- Monitor patient progress, document treatment responses, and communicate updates to the therapy team.
- Operate therapeutic equipment and apply current techniques to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercises, continued care, and injury prevention.
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, state practice acts, and CMS/Joint Commission standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Adapt quickly to different facility workflows and contribute positively to each healthcare team.
Qualifications
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Current state licensure (or eligibility) as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in outpatient, inpatient, or skilled?nursing settings.
- Solid knowledge of rehabilitation principles, therapeutic exercises, and documentation standards.
- Excellent communication, critical?thinking, and patient?care skills.
- Willingness and ability to accept travel assignments across multiple facilities.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, tax?advantaged travel stipends, and weekly direct deposits.
- Housing stipends and travel allowances where applicable.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 24/7 support from a dedicated staffing and clinical liaison team.
- Ongoing professional development and career?growth opportunities.