Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job
Physical Therapy Assistant (LTAC) travel assignment in Lanham, Maryland. Start date: 09/14/2026 for a 13-week contract in a skilled nursing facility setting. Weekly pay range: $1,612–$1,690 with 35 guaranteed hours per week. Shift is 5x8 days, typically 08:00–16:30.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,612–$1,690 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days (08:00–16:30)
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: LTAC/Skilled Nursing Facility environment
Responsibilities
- Carry out prescribed physical therapy procedures and exercise programs under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
- Facilitate therapeutic activities focused on functional mobility, including seating, transfers, gait training, balance and strength work.
- Support data collection, monitor patient response to treatment, and document progress in accordance with facility policies.
- Assist with patient education and caregiver guidance to promote continued therapy outside formal sessions.
- Maintain a safe, organized therapy space and ensure equipment is used correctly and cleaned between patients.
- Communicate effectively with the physical therapy team, nursing staff, and other disciplines to coordinate care and support discharge planning.
Requirements
- Current Physical Therapy Assistant credential or eligibility to practice
- Experience in LTAC or skilled nursing facility settings is preferred
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and follow a plan of care under supervision
- Strong documentation and communication skills
- Availability for the stated shift and travel assignment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- Nationwide assignments and opportunities
- Fast credentialing where applicable
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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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