Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job
Physical Therapy Assistant, LTAC in a skilled nursing facility setting, Hayward, California, United States. Start date: 08/01/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,181–$1,213 per week. Guaranteed hours: 30 per week. Shift: varies. This is a travel - temporary assignment with a long-term acute care focus, delivering patient-centered rehabilitation as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,181–$1,213 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 30 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: varies
- Start date: 08/01/2026
- Work setting: LTAC/high-acuity skilled nursing environment
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy assistant support under licensed PT supervision, implementing treatment plans for medically complex patients
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait and balance activities, transfers, and mobility training
- Prepare treatment areas, set up equipment, monitor patient responses, and document progress per facility policy
- Support patient safety through proper transfer techniques, fall precautions, and infection control practices
- Communicate effectively with PTs, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate care and adjust plans as needed
- Maintain equipment, chart progress notes, and ensure compliance with documentation standards and safety protocols
Requirements
- Active California Physical Therapy Assistant license or eligibility
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
- BLS/CPR certification (current)
- Experience in LTAC or skilled nursing settings preferred; travel assignment experience a plus
- Ability to work in a fast-paced LTAC environment and adapt to shifting schedules
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Licensure and certification support as needed
- Direct weekly pay processing and standard payroll resources
- Travel resources and assignment logistics support
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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.
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