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

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

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location

FL | Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, balance, coordination, endurance training, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs; demonstrate proper guarding techniques and safety awareness
• Apply and demonstrate therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, iontophoresis, hot/cold packs, whirlpools, paraffin bath, fluidotherapy, and TENS units
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene as necessary; document patient progress, response to treatment, and patient/family education
• Maintain a safe, clean treatment environment; adhere to infection control protocols, safe patient handling practices, and all facility safety policies
• Collaborate with and serve as a resource to other healthcare disciplines; participate in team conferences and quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license valid in the state of Florida
• Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic interventions and modalities used in an outpatient physical therapy setting
• Ability to adhere to all facility guidelines regarding professional appearance, attendance, and punctuality
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling and infection control protocols

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting
• Experience with community re-entry training and functional skills training
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build professional relationships with patients, families, and staff

Why Join Us

• Work within a collaborative, team-oriented environment that prioritizes superior patient care and employee safety
• Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and expand clinical knowledge through shared literature and case studies