a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) | CONTRACT ASSIGNMENT JOB OVERVIEW
Seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a contract opportunity in a rehabilitation and skilled nursing setting. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to implement treatment plans, assist patients with therapeutic activities, and help improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
POSITION DETAILS
- Specialty: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Employment Type: Contract Assignment
- Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
- Start Date: 31 August 2026
- End Date: 28 November 2026
SHIFT DETAILS
- Shift Time: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
- Meal Break: 30 Minutes
- Day Shift
- Schedule: Monday through Friday
GUARANTEED HOURS & PAY
- Guaranteed Hours: 35 Hours Per Week
- Pay Rate: $39.00 - $45.50 per hour
REQUIREMENTS
- Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) License in good standing
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred
- Previous experience in rehabilitation, skilled nursing, outpatient, home health, or acute care settings preferred
- Strong communication and patient care skills
- Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques, therapeutic exercises, and mobility training
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and mobility activities
- Monitor patient progress and report findings to the Physical Therapist
- Provide balance, strengthening, and endurance training interventions
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding therapy programs and home exercise plans
- Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation
- Ensure patient safety during therapy sessions
- Collaborate with therapists, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals
- Support patients in achieving maximum functional independence and rehabilitation goals
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Guaranteed 35 hours per week
- Competitive pay rate of $39.00 - $45.50 per hour
- Day-shift assignment
- 13-week contract opportunity
- Monday-Friday schedule
- Opportunity to work with a diverse rehabilitation caseload
- Supportive interdisciplinary team environment
- Excellent opportunity for Physical Therapist Assistants seeking contract stability and professional growth