Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health Job
Physical Therapy Assistant – Home Health
Fernley, NV, United States
Start date: 06/29/2026
Contract duration: 14 weeks
Shift: 8 hours
Travel assignment with guaranteed 40 hours per week
Weekly pay: $1,764–$1,788 per week
This travel PTA role is performed under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and focuses on delivering physical therapy services to patients in a home health setting. The assignment serves a rural patient population with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and support patient and family psycho-social needs. The position supports local travel within the assigned area.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,764–$1,788 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 14 weeks
- Shift: 8-hour workday
- Start date: 06/29/2026
- Travel/Home Health setting with interdisciplinary collaboration
- Rural patient population with opportunities to work near Reno/Lake Tahoe for recreation if desired
Responsibilities
- Administer the physical therapy treatment plan as developed by the Physical Therapist, under supervision
- Provide non-complex active and passive manual therapies, therapeutic massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities as appropriate
- Document client status daily, weekly, or monthly and submit clinical paperwork on time
- Attend educational meetings and contribute to department in-services
- Notify the supervising PT, Clinical Manager, or Director of equipment issues, supply changes, or patient/department changes
- Schedule clients and perform varied office tasks related to the service delivery
- Apply infection control and universal precautions in patient care activities
- Accept clinical assignments within education and competence; travel locally as needed
- Promote compliance with third-party payors through education and assistance
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Current state license to practice Physical Therapy – Required
- Proof of current CPR certification – Required
- Current driver’s license – Required
- Reliable transportation and insurance – Required
- 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant – Required
- Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program – Required
- Ability to work in a home health/travel setting and travel locally as assigned
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the travel period
- Assistance with onboarding and documentation as part of the credentialing process
- Ongoing clinical support and collaboration with the therapy team
Find more opportunities
If you’re exploring other travel PT openings, apply at Healthforce Healthcare LLC’s careers site to view additional roles and locations: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
PAY DISCLAIMER
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.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide
Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
- Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
- Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
- Local contract and per diem opportunities
- Short-term and 13-week travel assignments
Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
What Makes Healthforce Different
We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
- Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
- Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
- 24/7 support while you are on assignment
- Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings
We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals
Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.
- Quick submissions to open jobs
- Access to multiple job options at once
- Flexible assignment locations
- Ongoing support throughout your contract
Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
Start Your Next Travel Assignment
Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.
Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.