Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Macon, GA

Key Responsibilities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, endurance/cardiac training, 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

Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, endurance/cardiac training, 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 whirlpools, hot/cold packs, paraffin bath, ultrasound, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and air splints
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene as necessary; document patient progress, response to treatment, and family/caregiver education on a weekly basis
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on safe mobility, transfers, positioning, exercise, and proper body mechanics
• Participate in team conferences, collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare staff, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to practice in the state of Georgia
• Knowledge of and adherence to state practice guidelines for physical therapy assistants
• Ability to safely operate therapy equipment and modalities
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace hazard awareness

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a rehabilitation or acute care setting
• Familiarity with a broad range of therapeutic modalities and assistive devices
• Experience providing patient and caregiver education and participating in interdisciplinary team conferences

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care
• Engage in a role that emphasizes professional growth, continuing education, and contributions to meaningful patient outcomes