Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Lehigh Acres, FL

Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and functional mobility training. Educate patients and family members on home exercise programs and safe movement techniques.

Job Title

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Travel Contract

Location

Lehigh Acres, Florida

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Full-Time | Days | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | 12-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising Physical Therapist in implementing individualized patient treatment plans
• Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and functional mobility training
• Document patient progress, treatment sessions, and clinical outcomes in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team regarding patient status and plan of care updates
• Educate patients and family members on home exercise programs and safe movement techniques

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license valid in the state of Florida
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a PTA
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Ability to fulfill a 12-week travel contract beginning in August 2026

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior travel therapy experience in a similar clinical setting
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) documentation systems

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to gain diverse clinical experience through a travel assignment in Southwest Florida
• Supportive staffing team dedicated to ensuring a smooth onboarding and placement experience