Job Description
World Nurses is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Sacramento, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 30 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, evenings, nights, flexible
- Employment Type: Travel
We’re hiring across multiple states and welcoming out-of-state and multi-location candidates to apply today. Qualified applicants nationwide can enjoy premium overtime and holiday pay, making these opportunities ideal for professionals ready to work, travel, and earn more wherever the job takes them.
Job Description: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Contract
Job Type: Contract
Position Urgency: Normal
Duration: 13 weeks
Positions Available: 1
Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
Schedule: Varies
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Position Overview
We are seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a contract assignment in a Skilled Nursing Facility. The PTA will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to help residents improve mobility, strength, and functional independence through individualized therapy programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans
- Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, and functional mobility activities
- Monitor patient response to treatment and report progress or changes
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safe mobility techniques
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility standards
- Ensure patient safety and compliance with rehabilitation protocols
Required Qualifications
- Active state Physical Therapy Assistant license (must be current)
- Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred
- Strong communication, teamwork, and patient care skills
Additional Details
- Minimum experience: less than 1 year (new graduates encouraged to apply)
- No holiday coverage required
- Bilingual skills not required
- EMR system: Not specified
Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and possess the required certifications are eligible to apply.\n
About World Nurses
World Nurses specializes in the staffing of non-skilled and skilled
healthcare personnel. We love what we do: helping care professionals with
opportunities to expand their horizons and build their work experience. We
believe in the strength of teamwork. Our employees are at the core of our
business and we are happy every day finding the perfect matches in
placement.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Relocation bonus