Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Stockbridge, GA

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, demonstrating proper guarding and safety techniques.

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location

Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13-Week Assignment | Days | Full-Time | Onsite | Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–6:00 PM, Tuesday–Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 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, demonstrating proper guarding and safety techniques.
• Administer therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, hot/cold packs, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, paraffin bath, and whirlpool treatments.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene as necessary, documenting patient progress, response to treatment, and patient and family education.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by adhering to infection control guidelines, safe patient handling practices, and all facility safety policies and procedures.
• 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 the state of Georgia.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Demonstrated ability to implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Knowledge of therapeutic modalities and assistive/adaptive devices used in outpatient rehabilitation settings.
• Commitment to patient and employee safety standards, including safe patient handling and infection control protocols.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient orthopedic physical therapy setting.
• Experience with gait training, therapeutic exercise, and functional skills training in an outpatient environment.
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to build professional relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff.

Why Join Us

• Join a team-oriented outpatient environment that prioritizes superior quality of care, patient safety, and a collaborative workplace culture.
• Gain valuable contract experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting with a structured schedule and a supportive multidisciplinary team.