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Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Topsfield, MA
Agency: Towne U.S. LLC
Pay: $1,779 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
AlliedTravelCareers is working with Towne U.S. LLC to find a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Topsfield, Massachusetts, 01983!
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week contract assignment in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). Working under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA will provide high-quality therapy services to help patients improve mobility, restore function, increase strength, and maximize independence.
This travel opportunity offers the chance to expand your clinical experience while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. The ideal candidate is adaptable, patient-focused, and committed to delivering exceptional rehabilitative care to residents recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or age-related conditions.
Responsibilities
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, transfer training, strengthening exercises, and functional mobility interventions
- Monitor patient progress during treatment sessions and communicate changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs, mobility techniques, fall prevention, and safe transfer strategies
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies, Medicare guidelines, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with Physical Therapists, physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and assist with discharge planning
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care focused on improving mobility, restoring function, and enhancing quality of life
Requirements
- Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Required: Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of assignment or ability to obtain
- Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or post-acute care experience
- Strong communication, documentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to new clinical environments and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care
What We Offer
- Competitive weekly pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Housing and travel stipends
- Dedicated recruiter and clinical support throughout your assignment
- Opportunity to gain experience in a variety of healthcare settings
- Potential for assignment extensions and future travel opportunities
- Must have SNF experience Must have PCC or Nethealth experience
About Towne U.S. LLC
Towne U.S. is a proud member of the Towne Family of Companies, which has been building community and opportunity since 1991. Born from a commitment to people-first values, Towne U.S. extends the Towne legacy into the world of healthcare staffing—specializing in placing travel physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and allied professionals across the United States.
With a foundation rooted in over three decades of operational excellence and service, Towne U.S. brings a uniquely personal approach to travel healthcare. Each provider is supported by a dedicated Journey Advisor, ensuring transparency, trust, and tailored guidance throughout every assignment.
Our mission is simple: connect passionate professionals with life-changing opportunities—while being radically transparent every step of the way. As part of the Towne Family, we inherit a deep tradition of integrity, compassion, and operational excellence, and we strive to embody those values in everything we do.
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Salary : $1,779