Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract

Travel PTA Opportunity in Kennesaw, GA

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Kennesaw, GA working in an outpatient setting. You will work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. The assignment requires adherence to facility policies, safety practices, and documentation standards. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Georgia PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience working in outpatient physical therapy settings preferred.
• Demonstrated competency with therapeutic interventions common to outpatient care, including gait training, strengthening, balance, joint mobility, and use of modalities such as hot/cold packs and ultrasound preferred.
• Ability to document patient progress and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with therapeutic equipment such as whirlpools, paraffin, TENS, and assistive device training preferred.
• Experience participating in team conferences and quality improvement projects preferred.

Assignment Details

• Shift pattern: 5x8 schedule.
• Workdays: MondayFriday with two evenings extending until 6:00 pm.
• May be expected to follow facility floating requirements within the client network if requested.

Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Benefits

We value your commitment to impacting others. Benefits include a comprehensive package beginning your first day, recruiter support, and other traveler resources.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing options available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Join a team focused on patient and employee safety and the delivery of high-quality care. You will implement treatment plans as established by the Physical Therapist, monitor patient response, document progress, educate patients and families on body mechanics, and participate in team conferences and quality initiatives. Adherence to infection control and safe equipment use is required.

Location Highlights

Kennesaw, GA offers a blend of suburban and outdoor lifestyle amenities that suit active clinicians. The city is near Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, about a 1015 minute drive, providing hiking trails and historical sites. Downtown Marietta and The Battery Atlanta are within a 2030 minute commute, offering dining, entertainment, and cultural events. The area provides convenient access to I-75 for regional travel and is approximately 25 miles from downtown Atlanta for urban amenities and air travel.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.