Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job
Healthforce, Sheridan, WY, United States
Overview
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) travel assignment in Sheridan, Wyoming. This 13‑week engagement starts May 11, 2026, with 36 guaranteed hours per week on daytime shifts in a long‑term care setting. The position is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC. The assignment is posted April 20, 2026 and remains open through August 10, 2026. This is a temporary travel opportunity designed for skilled rehab teams supporting a resident population requiring restorative therapy services.
Key Highlights
Weekly pay range: $1,366–$1,472 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Start date: May 11, 2026
Work setting: Long‑term care (nursing home) rehabilitation program
Position urgency: Quick Start
Responsibilities
Deliver prescribed physical therapy assistant treatments under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, following the care plan and modifying activities as directed to promote safety and functional gains.
Implement and progress therapeutic exercise programs, gait training, balance activities, ROM and strengthening techniques, and functional tasks that support residents’ daily living activities.
Apply appropriate modalities and assistive devices within scope of practice; monitor patient responses and adjust interventions in collaboration with the supervising PT.
Document patient progress, outcomes, and any adverse events accurately in the chart; communicate changes in status to the clinical team and participate in care conferences as needed.
Educate residents and family members on home exercise programs, safety precautions, fall prevention, and activity modification to support community reintegration and long‑term functioning.
Maintain high standards of infection control, privacy, and safety; ensure the therapy area is clean, organized, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in good standing; Wyoming licensure preferred or eligibility for Wyoming licensure.
Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited program.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
At least 1 year of PTA clinical experience is preferred (demonstrated competence in geriatric rehabilitation is a plus).
Ability to work in a long‑term care setting with elderly residents; strong communication and teamwork skills; reliable transportation for travel assignments as required.
Must be able to work daytime shifts and adhere to the contract’s guaranteed hours and schedule.
Benefits and Support
Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment to assist with onboarding and logistics.
Credentialing and onboarding assistance to streamline start and ensure compliance with state and facility requirements.
Access to a network of travel assignments with the same employer for potential future opportunities.
Ongoing clinical support from a supervising physical therapist and the rehab team to help ensure quality patient care.
Resources and guidance to help manage the transition to a new assignment and location.
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) travel assignment in Sheridan, Wyoming. This 13‑week engagement starts May 11, 2026, with 36 guaranteed hours per week on daytime shifts in a long‑term care setting. The position is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC. The assignment is posted April 20, 2026 and remains open through August 10, 2026. This is a temporary travel opportunity designed for skilled rehab teams supporting a resident population requiring restorative therapy services.
Key Highlights
Weekly pay range: $1,366–$1,472 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Start date: May 11, 2026
Work setting: Long‑term care (nursing home) rehabilitation program
Position urgency: Quick Start
Responsibilities
Deliver prescribed physical therapy assistant treatments under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, following the care plan and modifying activities as directed to promote safety and functional gains.
Implement and progress therapeutic exercise programs, gait training, balance activities, ROM and strengthening techniques, and functional tasks that support residents’ daily living activities.
Apply appropriate modalities and assistive devices within scope of practice; monitor patient responses and adjust interventions in collaboration with the supervising PT.
Document patient progress, outcomes, and any adverse events accurately in the chart; communicate changes in status to the clinical team and participate in care conferences as needed.
Educate residents and family members on home exercise programs, safety precautions, fall prevention, and activity modification to support community reintegration and long‑term functioning.
Maintain high standards of infection control, privacy, and safety; ensure the therapy area is clean, organized, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Requirements
Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in good standing; Wyoming licensure preferred or eligibility for Wyoming licensure.
Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited program.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
At least 1 year of PTA clinical experience is preferred (demonstrated competence in geriatric rehabilitation is a plus).
Ability to work in a long‑term care setting with elderly residents; strong communication and teamwork skills; reliable transportation for travel assignments as required.
Must be able to work daytime shifts and adhere to the contract’s guaranteed hours and schedule.
Benefits and Support
Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment to assist with onboarding and logistics.
Credentialing and onboarding assistance to streamline start and ensure compliance with state and facility requirements.
Access to a network of travel assignments with the same employer for potential future opportunities.
Ongoing clinical support from a supervising physical therapist and the rehab team to help ensure quality patient care.
Resources and guidance to help manage the transition to a new assignment and location.
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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