Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Locust Grove, VA

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, 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

Virginia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | Days | Monday through Friday | 40 hours per week | Rotating shifts: 3 days 7:30 AM–4:30 PM and 2 days 9:30 AM–6:30 PM

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, 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, hot/cold packs, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, paraffin bath, TNS, and whirlpools.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene as necessary; document patient progress, response to treatment, and patient and family education.
• Maintain a safe, clean treatment environment; adhere to infection control protocols, safe patient handling practices, and all facility safety policies.
• Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines, participate in team conferences, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to practice in Virginia.
• Experience or training in an outpatient orthopedic clinical setting.
• Proficiency in applying therapeutic modalities and assistive device training.
• Strong documentation skills for patient progress and treatment response.
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards and infection control protocols.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient orthopedic clinic environment.
• Familiarity with community re-entry training and cardiac/endurance rehabilitation programs.
• Experience instructing patients and families in home exercise programs and proper body mechanics.

Why Join Us

• Join a collaborative, team-oriented outpatient clinic with an established and supportive clinical staff.
• Work in an environment that prioritizes both patient safety and employee well-being as core organizational values.