Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Covington, GA

Key Responsibilities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, and functional skills training. Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs, demonstrating proper guarding techniques and safety awareness.

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location

Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Full-Time | Onsite | 13-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs, demonstrating proper guarding techniques and safety awareness.
• Administer therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, hot/cold packs, whirlpools, paraffin bath, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and TENS units.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene as necessary, documenting patient progress, response to treatment, and patient and family education.
• Instruct patients and families in proper body mechanics and safe use of prescribed equipment.
• Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines, participate in team conferences, and adhere to all clinic safety, infection control, and compliance policies.

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to practice in the state of Georgia.
• Experience working in an outpatient physical therapy setting.
• Proficiency in applying therapeutic modalities and implementing PT-directed treatment plans.
• Knowledge of safe patient handling practices, infection control protocols, and workplace safety standards.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to accurately record patient progress and treatment responses.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with gait training, assistive device instruction, and community re-entry programming.
• Familiarity with therapeutic pool and aquatic therapy modalities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary care teams.

Why Join Us

• Join a patient- and safety-focused outpatient therapy environment that values teamwork, quality care, and professional growth.
• Gain valuable contract experience in a structured, supportive clinical setting with a clear focus on superior patient outcomes.