Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

Healthforce•Salem, NH

1d•$1,714 - $1,817•Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel assignment for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting in Salem, New Hampshire. The contract is for 13 weeks, with a start date of 10/19/2026. The position guarantees 36 hours per week, with a weekly pay range of $1,714 to $1,817. The shift is 5x8 Days, from 08:00 to 16:30, within a Skilled Nursing Facility specializing in LTAC.

Requirements

Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in New Hampshire or eligibility to practice per state rules.
Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
Minimum 1 year of PTA experience or equivalent in a skilled care or LTAC setting preferred.
CPR/BLS certification.
Ability to work effectively in a long-term care/Skilled Nursing Facility environment; willingness to travel for a temporary assignment.
Ability to pass background check and drug screen as required for travel assignments.

Responsibilities

Implement and monitor treatment plans for patients requiring long-term acute care in a skilled setting, under supervision.
Conduct therapeutic exercises, gait training, manual therapy, and modalities as directed to promote functional goals.
Assess patient response to interventions, document progress, and communicate with the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team.
Assist with evaluation activities, sets up equipment, and prepares treatment areas; ensure patient safety and comfort.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the patient record and comply with regulatory and facility policies.