Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Auburn, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient Physical Therapy outpatient setting. The Physical Therapist Assistant supports treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and delivers therapeutic interventions to promote mobility, strength, endurance, balance, coordination, and functional independence. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective documentation, patient and family education, infection control, and collaborative care.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts, 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week; anticipated start date of 11/23/2026.
- Required Qualifications:
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
- Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) certification
- At least 1 year of outpatient clinical experience
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Active and applicable license for the state where services will be provided
- Additional Information:
- Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
- Provide therapeutic interventions, including posture training, strengthening, endurance and cardiac training, balance exercises, coordination exercises, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training.
- Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs.
- Demonstrate gait, guarding, belt, and safety techniques.
- Instruct patients in the use of prescribed equipment and monitor responses to treatment.
- Apply modalities such as hot and cold packs, paraffin baths, therapeutic pools, ultrasound, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and air splints.
- Document patient progress, treatment responses, and patient and family education.
- Maintain clean treatment areas, use appropriate protective equipment, and follow infection control and safety procedures.
- Participate in team conferences, quality improvement activities, and collaborative care with other healthcare disciplines.
- Establish professional and ethical relationships with patients, families, visitors, and staff.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1347844. 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: PTA - PT OP Physical Therapist Outpatient.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus