Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Naples, FL

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

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 exercise, 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 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
• Teach patients and families proper body mechanics and instruct in the use of prescribed equipment
• Maintain a safe, clean treatment environment; adhere to infection control, safety policies, and equipment maintenance protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Florida
• Ability to implement and carry out treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and safe patient handling techniques
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including infection control and workplace hazard reporting

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting
• Familiarity with community re-entry training and functional skills rehabilitation
• Experience participating in interdisciplinary team conferences and collaborating with other healthcare disciplines

Why Join Us

• Work within a collaborative, team-oriented environment that prioritizes superior patient care and a strong safety culture
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful patient outcomes in a dynamic outpatient therapy setting