Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job

TLC Healthforce•Lanham, MD

4d•$1,280 - $1,411

About The Position

Step into a rewarding Travel Physical Therapy Assistant role in Lanham, Maryland, where your clinical expertise translates into meaningful patient progress every day. This is your opportunity to blend hands-on care with professional growth, supporting individuals as they reclaim mobility, independence, and confidence. Picture yourself guiding a diverse caseload through innovative therapeutic exercises, gait training, and personalized rehabilitation plans, while collaborating with skilled therapists who share your passion for excellence. Beyond the clinic walls, Maryland offers a tapestry of experiences—from the scenic coastal towns along the Chesapeake Bay to the vibrant energy of the D.C. metro area, where history, culture, and outdoor adventures await. The state’s rich landscapes and coastal charm provide a backdrop that makes each assignment feel like a new doorway to discovery and impact. Lanham sits just outside the nation’s capital, offering convenient access to urban amenities, renowned medical facilities, and a supportive community that values teamwork. Working here means enjoying the best of both worlds: the steady rhythm of clinical practice and the dynamic opportunities of travel to other locations across the United States. You’ll have the chance to broaden your professional horizon by stepping into varied settings—from bustling metropolitan clinics to quieter community hospitals—while maintaining the consistency of a guaranteed 35 hours per week and a competitive weekly pay in the range of $1,280 to $1,411. The role is structured for continuity and growth, with extension opportunities that let you deepen your specialization and broaden your impact with each assignment. Role Specifics and Benefits: - Core responsibilities: As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant, you’ll assist licensed PTs in implementing treatment plans, carry out therapeutic exercises and modalities, monitor patient responses, document progress, and provide patient education to promote self-management. You’ll support orthopedic, neurological, and general rehab populations, promoting functional outcomes and safe, effective activities of daily living. Your clinical judgment will guide skilled tasks under supervision, with a focus on patient comfort, safety, and measurable improvement. - Growth and impact: This assignment is designed for skill enhancement within the Physical Therapy Assistant specialty. You’ll gain exposure to diverse patient populations, settings, and treatment philosophies, positioning you for advanced roles or specialty certification in outpatient, inpatient, pediatrics, or geriatric rehab as your career progresses. - Competitive benefits: In addition to a competitive weekly pay, you will have access to a sign-on or completion bonus program where applicable, housing assistance to simplify logistics, and extension opportunities that recognize your value and performance. You’ll be supported by a robust network that values your contributions and provides clear pathways for advancement. - Comprehensive support: From onboarding to day-to-day operations, you’re covered by 24/7 support while traveling with the company. Should you encounter clinical questions, housing concerns, or travel logistics, a dedicated team is available around the clock to ensure your focus remains on patient care and professional success. - Scheduling and continuity: The assignment includes guaranteed hours of 35 per week, with a reliable schedule aligned to patient needs and facility requirements, enhancing work-life balance while maintaining clinical momentum. Start date is February 23, 2026, and the duration will be measured in weeks, with opportunities to extend based on performance and facility demand.

Responsibilities

Assist licensed PTs in implementing treatment plans
Carry out therapeutic exercises and modalities
Monitor patient responses
Document progress
Provide patient education to promote self-management
Support orthopedic, neurological, and general rehab populations
Promote functional outcomes and safe, effective activities of daily living
Clinical judgment will guide skilled tasks under supervision, with a focus on patient comfort, safety, and measurable improvement.