Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job

Overview
Physical Therapy Assistant – LTAC travel assignment in Playa Del Rey, California. Start Date: 10/12/2026 for a 13-week contract with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., five days per week. The assignment is in a skilled nursing facility with a long-term acute care focus. Weekly pay ranges from $1,619 to $1,707, paid per week. This opportunity is offered through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,619–$1,707 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (five days)
- Start date: 10/12/2026
- Setting: skilled nursing facility with LTAC rehabilitation

Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy assistant services under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist in a LTAC/Skilled Nursing setting
- Perform therapeutic exercises, gait training, mobility activities, and functional training to restore and maintain patient function
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjust treatment plans within scope of practice, and communicate changes to supervising PT and care team
- Assist with transfers, device training, ADLs, and safety precautions; ensure proper use of equipment and safe patient handling
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, collaborate with nursing and therapy staff, and ensure accurate, timely documentation in patient records
- Adhere to infection control standards and facility policies, maintain clinical competency, and comply with regulations

Requirements
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in California
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
- 1+ year of PTA experience in rehabilitation; LTAC/SNF settings preferred
- Ability to work the listed shift and travel assignment; ability to meet assignment demands in a long-term care setting
- Excellent communication skills and teamwork mindset

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing on-assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Competitive pay with weekly processing (pay range provided)
- Resources for licensing/certification and scheduling

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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.