Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Covington, GA

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Covington, GA
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location

Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Full-Time | Onsite | 13-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercises, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs, demonstrating proper guarding techniques and safety awareness.
• Administer therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, hot/cold packs, whirlpools, paraffin bath, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and TENS units.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and intervene as necessary, documenting patient progress, response to treatment, and patient and family education.
• Instruct patients and families in proper body mechanics and safe use of prescribed equipment.
• Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines, participate in team conferences, and adhere to all clinic safety, infection control, and compliance policies.

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to practice in the state of Georgia.
• Experience working in an outpatient physical therapy setting.
• Proficiency in applying therapeutic modalities and implementing PT-directed treatment plans.
• Knowledge of safe patient handling practices, infection control protocols, and workplace safety standards.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to accurately record patient progress and treatment responses.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with gait training, assistive device instruction, and community re-entry programming.
• Familiarity with therapeutic pool and aquatic therapy modalities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary care teams.

Why Join Us

• Join a patient- and safety-focused outpatient therapy environment that values teamwork, quality care, and professional growth.
• Gain valuable contract experience in a structured, supportive clinical setting with a clear focus on superior patient outcomes.