Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job

Yuma, CO
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Travel assignment in Yuma, Colorado, United States. Start date: May 12, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,556–$1,629 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: 5x8 days (Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). Work involves a mixed caseload across outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, including swing bed and home health, with supervision from a licensed physical therapist. This assignment is in a hospital-adjacent rehabilitation environment and aligns with ongoing patient recovery across multiple care settings.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,556–$1,629 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Start date: May 12, 2026
- Work setting: mixed outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation, including swing bed and home health services

Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, participate in implementing prescribed treatment plans for patients.
- Facilitate therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and modalities as directed.
- Monitor patient responses, document progress, and communicate changes to the supervising PT.
- Assist with a range of rehabilitation modalities and equipment; support safe transfers and mobility activities.
- Contribute to discharge planning and coordination with home health services as appropriate.
- Maintain infection control, patient safety, and clean/organized treatment areas; collaborate with nursing and therapy teammates.

Requirements
- Active LPTA license
- CPR certification
- Spanish language skills are a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Computer literacy for documentation and record-keeping
- Ability to work across outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation settings as caseload requires

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Schedule: 5x8 days (Mon–Fri, 8 hours per day)
- Start date: May 12, 2026
- On-site supervision and clinical support as part of a team-based care model

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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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