Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,537 to $1,737 per week in Harrison, AR

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Harrison, AR. You will provide skilled PTA services in a home health setting under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Arkansas required prior to start.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant, including experience treating geriatric patients and providing home health services.
• Proof of current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance required. Ability to travel locally and provide care in patient homes.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, prolonged standing and walking.
• Demonstrated proficiency with documentation and timely submission of clinical paperwork.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, maintain confidentiality, and work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Preferred: Experience administering therapeutic modalities (heat, cold, electrical modalities), manual therapeutic exercises, and familiarity with home health scheduling and billing documentation.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Home Health.
• Shift name: Days.
• Schedule pattern: 5x8 (five 8-hour shifts per week).
• Floating: Candidate must be able to travel locally and serve multiple patient locations as assigned.

Location Highlights

Harrison, AR offers easy access to outdoor recreation and small-city amenities. The city is near Buffalo National River, about a 25–30 minute drive, and within an hour of extensive Ozark Mountain hiking and Lake Norfork boating. Harrison features local attractions such as the Boone County Heritage Museum and downtown historic districts, with commute times within the city typically under 20 minutes, making it suitable for clinicians who prefer a suburban-to-rural lifestyle with outdoor adventure options. The region supports seasonal hunting and fishing, has several local parks and trails, and provides straightforward access to medical supplies and services in nearby Conway or Little Rock within a 1.5–2 hour drive for specialty needs.

Standard Job Description

The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of appropriate physical therapy services within a framework of interdisciplinary collaboration and consultation. Services are furnished under the supervision of a qualified Licensed Physical Therapist.

Essential Functions:

• Administer the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water and electrical modalities as appropriate.
• Accurately document client status and submit clinical paperwork on time each week.
• Attend educational meetings and contribute to department in-services.
• Notify supervisory staff of equipment failures, supply shortages, client changes, or other departmental issues.
• Schedule clients and perform varied office tasks related to patient care delivery.
• Apply infection control practices and universal precautions during patient care activities.
• Accept clinical assignments consistent with education and competence.
• Promote compliance with fiscal intermediaries and third-party payors through education and coaching.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of physical, emotional, social, and biological changes in the geriatric population.
• Self-directed, receptive to feedback, and committed to professional growth.
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, and required continuing education.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and travel locally to patient homes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate sound clinical judgment.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination required.

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.