Job Title
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Location
Canaan, CT
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Days | 19-Week Assignment
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver physical therapy treatments to patients under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans to support patient recovery and functional goals
- Document patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and therapeutic techniques
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated patient care
Required Qualifications
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Connecticut
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Ability to fulfill a 19-week contract commitment with a 35-hour weekly guarantee
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience in a contract or travel therapy setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments and patient populations
Why Join Us
- Guaranteed hours provide stability and predictability throughout your contract
- Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience in a rewarding therapy setting