Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

About the role

This LTAC-focused PTA travel assignment in Manheim, Pennsylvania supports skilled nursing care in a temporary position beginning 11/01/2026 for approximately 13 weeks. The role involves delivering long-term rehabilitation with guaranteed hours. Healthforce Healthcare LLC is the hiring organization.

Pay

• Weekly pay range: $1,521–$1,606 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 35 per week

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

Schedule

• Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
• Start date: 11/01/2026
• Contract duration: 13 weeks

Responsibilities

• Implement and adapt the plan of care for LTAC patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, aiming to reduce functional limitations and promote independence
• Conduct and progress therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, transfer training, and range-of-motion activities; monitor patient response and vital signs during sessions
• Apply modalities and assistive devices as indicated; prepare and sanitize equipment; ensure safety and fall prevention during all patient interactions
• Document treatment sessions clearly in patient records; track progress toward short- and long-term goals; adjust plans as directed by the supervising therapist
• Collaborate daily with nursing staff, therapy colleagues, and case managers; participate in rounds and discharge planning to support seamless transition of care
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, activity pacing, energy conservation, and safety to support recovery and prevent regression

Requirements

• This is a travel assignment in a LTAC setting; ability to relocate and adapt to a new clinical environment
• Availability to start on or about 11/01/2026 and commit to a 13-week contract with 35 guaranteed hours per week
• Ability to work the stated shift pattern (5x8 days) and maintain reliable attendance
• Comfortable working in a skilled nursing LTAC environment and collaborating within an interdisciplinary team
• Licensure, certification, and education requirements will be provided by the employer’s job notes

Benefits

• Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the travel engagement
• Travel coordination and scheduling assistance
• Credentialing and onboarding support to minimize ramp-up time
• Clear guidance on pay, hours, and assignment expectations