What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,798 per week position at Slate Healthcare?
Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Walla Walla, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 10/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our acute care rehabilitation team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of acute care experience, particularly in medical/surgical settings, and will be confident working independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality physical therapy services to patients in an acute care setting.
- Assist with patient mobility, functional activities, and rehabilitation goals under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to float between units as needed.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic EMR.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of PTA experience.
- Previous acute care experience required.
- Medical/Surgical experience required.
- Active Washington PTA license required.
- BLS certification required.
- Previous travel experience required.
Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.
We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.
At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.
Salary : $1,798