Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,364 per week

Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant • Discipline: Therapy • Start Date: 09/08/2026 • Duration: 12 weeks

About the role

Travel position in Sterling, Virginia. 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts. Employment type: travel. Minimum guaranteed hours: 32 hrs/week.

The role involves day-to-day therapeutic intervention of appropriate individuals in the rehab environment under the supervision of a registered Physical Therapist, in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the facility, Medicare, private insurance, and Client.

Responsibilities

• Assists the registered Physical Therapist in carrying out procedures and programs.
• Performs routine treatment procedures in accordance with the planned program.
• Observes, records, and reports conditions, reactions, and responses related to assigned duties to the supervisor.
• Reports any pertinent findings to the registered therapist.
• Helps maintain appropriate records.
• Participates in educational activities of the facility.
• Directs Physical Therapy Aides regarding physical therapy treatments as necessary and appropriate at the time of treatment under the supervision of a registered Physical Therapist.
• Maintains specific treatment area where treatment is given.
• Communicates with patient's physician as necessary regarding patient's progress, treatments, etc., in consultation with the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an approved and accredited therapist program.
• Current certification with the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Licensed by the State in the designated geographic area in the respective therapy profession.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform the following tasks without posing a threat to the health or safety of self or others: lift, turn, move, position, and transport the patient into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform minimal assist transfers, defined as the ability to lift and control 50 pounds.

Pay

Pay package is based on 8-hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.