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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

HealthForce Healthcare · Siler City, NC · 2 wk ago
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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant assignment in Siler City, North Carolina, specializing in LTAC (long-term acute care). 13-week contract beginning 08/26/2026.

About the Role

Work in a long-term care rehabilitation setting designed for post-acute recovery. This daytime position offers guaranteed hours and a competitive weekly pay range.

Pay & Schedule

  • Weekly pay: $1,377–$1,444
  • Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
  • Shift: 5×8 days (08:00–16:30)
  • Contract duration: 13 weeks

Responsibilities

  • Implement and monitor a prescribed physical therapy plan of care under the supervision of a licensed PT
  • Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, range of motion, and strengthening programs
  • Support functional activities of daily living and mobility, including transfers and use of assistive devices
  • Document patient progress, goals, and any changes in the electronic medical record; communicate with the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team
  • Maintain patient safety, infection control, and equipment safety during therapy sessions

Requirements

  • Current Physical Therapy Assistant license in North Carolina or eligibility to obtain licensure in NC
  • BLS certification (or as required by facility policy)
  • Ability to work in an LTAC/long-term care rehabilitation setting
  • Travel assignment eligibility and willingness to commit to a 13-week temporary placement
  • One year of PTA experience in rehabilitation settings preferred

Benefits

  • Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
  • 24/7 on-call support during the assignment
  • Extension opportunities for continued placement
  • Nationwide assignments and ongoing placement support

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings.

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