Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Vancouver, WA

Deliver care to a diverse patient population with diagnoses including heart failure, COPD, wounds, diabetes, post-surgical recovery, respiratory illness, sepsis, dementia, and history of CVA or MI. Required Qualifications Active or pending Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in Washington State (proof of application accepted at time of submission; start date may be delayed up to 8 weeks pending licensure).

Job Title

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Home Health

Location

Vancouver, WA | Home Health

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 5x8 Hours | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out the physical therapy plan of care under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist, working toward patient-specific goals
• Provide treatment to restore function, prevent disability, and assist patients in achieving optimal levels of functional status
• Deliver care to a diverse patient population with diagnoses including heart failure, COPD, wounds, diabetes, post-surgical recovery, respiratory illness, sepsis, dementia, and history of CVA or MI
• Provide oversight to students, therapy aides, and volunteers in accordance with the established plan of care
• Conduct an expected 6 patient visits per day utilizing issued supplies, vitals equipment, PPE, laptop, and cell phone
• Work collaboratively as part of a patient care team to achieve the best possible outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Active or pending Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in Washington State (proof of application accepted at time of submission; start date may be delayed up to 8 weeks pending licensure)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PTA (first-time travelers will be considered)
• Must not reside within 60 miles of the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Two professional references from the past 2 years required; at least one must be from a supervisor
• Willingness to float within the health system as operationally needed

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with Epic EMR (Epic experience is not required but must be reported at submission)
• Prior home health experience working with complex or medically diverse patient populations
• Familiarity with home health documentation and productivity expectations

Why Join Us

• Work with a large, established home health program serving a high-volume, clinically diverse patient census with all necessary equipment and supplies provided
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and functional independence in a home-based care setting