Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,014 to $1,214 per week in Wellington, FL

Make a real difference as a travel PTA in Wellington, FL. You will work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active FL Physical Therapist Assistant license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy required.
• Familiarity with therapeutic modalities such as hot/cold packs, ultrasound, iontophoresis, TENS, whirlpools, and therapeutic pools preferred.
• Experience training patients in use of assistive devices (canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs) and gait/belt safety techniques preferred.
• Ability to implement treatment plans and document patient progress per clinic standards.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Outpatient.
• Shift pattern: 5x8.
• Duration: 13 week assignment.
• Position: Physical Therapist Assistant supporting PT-established treatment plans and delivering therapeutic interventions.
• May be required to float to other facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Wellington is an active suburban community west of West Palm Beach with easy access to outdoor and cultural attractions. The area is approximately a 20–30 minute drive to downtown West Palm Beach and 30–40 minutes to Palm Beach International Airport, providing regional transit options. Wellington is near Okeeheelee Park and the Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge, offering hiking, mountain biking trails, and kayaking within a 15–30 minute commute, which fits an active, outdoor lifestyle. The village hosts the International Polo Club and Equestrian Center, a notable local landmark about 5–10 minutes from central Wellington, and offers seasonal events and dining options. Beaches on the Atlantic coast are typically a 30–45 minute drive, supporting a coastal day-trip lifestyle while maintaining a suburban residential setting.

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EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.