Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $42 per hour in Lanham, MD

Physical Therapy Assistant Location: Lanham, MD Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $42 per hour Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in lanham, Maryland, 20703!

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Lanham, MD

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 per hour

 

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the physical therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans that restore mobility and independence
• Deliver hands-on therapeutic interventions and therapeutic exercise safely and effectively
• Monitor and document patient progress, communicating changes and outcomes to the care team
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safe mobility techniques
• Maintain equipment, therapy areas, and infection-control standards to ensure a safe environment
• Coordinate with nurses, physicians, and other clinicians to support continuity of care
• Advocate for patients’ functional goals and help tailor interventions to their daily lives

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Licensed or eligible for PTA licensure in Maryland (state licensure required prior to practice)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Demonstrated clinical experience working with adult and/or geriatric populations preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary setting
• Ability to pass background checks and meet facility onboarding requirements

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Completion of all state-required PTA licensure/certification steps

Knowledge & Skills

• Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and adaptive equipment
• Familiarity with treatment modalities commonly used in outpatient and post-acute settings
• Solid documentation skills and comfort using electronic medical records
• Good clinical reasoning to modify interventions and ensure patient safety
• Ability to educate patients and caregivers in plain, encouraging language
• Strong teamwork, time management, and infection-control practices

Benefits

• Generous travel assignment perks to support your relocation and stay
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help maintain your credentials
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Life insurance and basic benefits that protect you and your family
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your hands-on care
• Ongoing professional development and CEU support to grow your skills
• Referral program to reward you for bringing great teammates aboard

Travel Perks: Explore Lanham, MD

Lanham sits in Prince George’s County with easy access to Washington, D.C. Explore the Smithsonian museums and monuments just a short drive away, stroll the waterfront and dining at National Harbor, or catch a campus event at the nearby University of Maryland in College Park. Outdoor options include Greenbelt Park and Watkins Regional Park for walking trails, a miniature train, and family-friendly activities. For weekend day trips, Annapolis, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, and scenic routes along the Chesapeake are all within reach — plenty to keep your off-duty hours interesting.

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About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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