Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job
Physical Therapy Assistant, LTAC specialty, in Canaan, CT, starting 08/01/2026 for 13 weeks, earning $1,357–$1,443 per week, with 0 guaranteed hours, on a 8:00 AM–4:30 PM shift in a long-term care nursing home travel assignment.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,357–$1,443 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Start date: 08/01/2026
- Setting: Long-term care nursing home
- Guaranteed hours: 0
Responsibilities
- Provide Physical Therapy Assistant services under supervision, executing treatment plans for patients in the LTAC/long-term care setting.
- Assist with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, range of motion, and activities of daily living as directed by the supervising PT.
- Monitor patient responses to therapy, document progress, and communicate changes to the PT and care team; maintain accurate, timely records.
- Maintain infection control, safety during mobility and transfers, and adherence to standard precautions.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to adjust interventions and educate patients and families on home programs and safety strategies.
Requirements
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in Connecticut (or eligible to obtain).
- Experience in long-term care, LTAC, or related rehabilitation settings preferred.
- Ability to work in a LTC setting with supervision during an 8.5-hour shift.
- Strong communication and documentation skills; reliable team member.
- CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start date.
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Timely payroll processing
- Travel and scheduling coordination
- Ongoing compliance and safety resources
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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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