Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,926 per week in Lake Oswego, OR

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Lake Oswego, OR
Agency: SnapCare
Pay: $1,926 per week
Shift Information: Rotating
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Position Summary


We are seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. The PTA will provide treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.

• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and transfer training.
• Assist residents with the safe use of walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility devices.
• Monitor residents' responses to treatment and report changes, concerns, and progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of treatments and resident progress.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and safety precautions.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and the rehabilitation team to support resident goals and discharge planning.
• Follow infection prevention procedures, facility policies, and resident safety practices.
• Participate in care conferences and rehabilitation meetings as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license or certification, as required in the state of practice.
• Current BLS/CPR certification as required by the facility.
• Skilled nursing or geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to assist safely with resident mobility and transfers, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Requirements

Position Summary We are seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support residents in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. The PTA will provide treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping residents improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence. Responsibilities Implement individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist. Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and transfer training. Assist residents with the safe use of walkers, wheelchairs, and other mobility devices. Monitor residents' responses to treatment and report changes, concerns, and progress to the supervising Physical Therapist. Complete accurate and timely documentation of treatments and resident progress. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on exercises, mobility techniques, and safety precautions. Collaborate with nursing staff and the rehabilitation team to support resident goals and discharge planning. Follow infection prevention procedures, facility policies, and resident safety practices. Participate in care conferences and rehabilitation meetings as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program. Current PTA license or certification, as required in the state of practice. Current BLS/CPR certification as required by the facility. Skilled nursing or geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred. Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills. Ability to assist safely with resident mobility and transfers, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.