Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

Chambersburg, PA
Contracted
Mid Level
Overview
Physical Therapy Assistant – LTAC | Chambersburg, PA
This travel assignment is in a long-term acute care rehab setting within a skilled nursing facility. Start date: 11/30/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,509–$1,550 per week. Guaranteed hours: 35 per week. Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., five days per week. This role is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC and offers the typical responsibilities of an on-site PTA supporting a PT-driven care plan under supervision.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,509–$1,550 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday–Friday)
- Start date: 11/30/2026
- Setting: Long-term acute care rehab within a skilled nursing facility

Responsibilities
- Assist the supervising physical therapist in implementing established rehabilitation plans for LTAC patients.
- Lead or guide patients through therapeutic exercises, mobility tasks, gait training, and functional activities as directed.
- Monitor patient responses to therapy, document progress, and communicate observations to the care team.
- Support patient safety during transfers and activities, using appropriate assistive devices and precautions.
- Prepare treatment spaces, maintain equipment, and ensure infection control and safety standards are followed.
- Document session notes and data in accordance with facility policies and PT direction.

Requirements
- Ability to work in a LTAC/long-term care rehab environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with an interdisciplinary team
- Comfortable assisting with treatment plans and documenting patient progress
- Flexibility to meet the demands of a travel assignment and the posted shift
- Demonstrated reliability and professionalism in a clinical setting

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Travel coordination and scheduling assistance

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Explore additional openings with Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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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