Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - $1,715 per week
Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant • Discipline: Therapy • Start Date: 08/17/2026 • Duration: 13 weeks
About the role
This outpatient position in Covington, Georgia involves implementing therapeutic interventions, assisting with patient care plans, and promoting safety and best practices in patient treatment. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety awareness, and patient education to deliver high-quality outpatient therapy services.
Responsibilities
- Promotes patient and employee safety with focus on safe patient handling, materials handling, infectious disease control, slips/trips and falls, and work environment standards.
- Implements treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, therapeutic modalities, gait training, and patient education.
- Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices.
- Demonstrates proper use of modalities such as whirlpools, ultrasound, and therapeutic pools.
- Documents patient progress and response to treatments, ensuring all equipment is used safely and appropriately.
- Maintains professional and ethical relationships with patients and staff.
- Participates in team conferences and quality improvement projects.
Requirements
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an Accredited School; CAPTE Certified
- 1+ Year of Outpatient Clinical Experience
- CPR Certification
- Active applicable license for the State of Georgia
Preferred Qualifications
- Outpatient Orthopedic Experience
- Has previously completed an assignment with the organization
Schedule
- Days, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week
Benefits
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.