Travel Physical Therapy Assistant LTAC Job
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Healthforce
Reading, PA, US
Summary
Provide physical therapy assistant support under supervision to restore patient mobility, strength, and functional independence in an LTAC setting. Implement individualized therapeutic exercise programs and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to document patient progress and adjust care plans.
Job Description
Physical Therapy Assistant — LTAC travel assignment in Reading, Pennsylvania. Start date 11/16/2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay range $1,462–$1,536 with guaranteed 35 hours per week. Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30. Work setting: long-term acute care in a skilled nursing environment. This temporary travel assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,462–$1,536 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 35 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 5x8 days, 08:00–16:30
- Start date: 11/16/2026
- Setting: LTAC in a long-term care environment
- Assignment type: Travel - Temporary
Responsibilities
- Provide PTA support under supervision for patients in a long-term acute care setting, focusing on restoring and maintaining mobility, strength, and functional independence.
- Implement and assist with individualized therapeutic exercise programs, gait training, transfers, ROM activities, and balance training.
- Monitor patient responses to interventions, document progress, and report changes to the supervising physical therapist.
- Prepare treatment spaces, set up equipment, and ensure proper infection control and safety procedures are followed.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to adjust plans of care and communicate patient goals and progress.
- Document sessions accurately in patient records and ensure compliance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Ability to perform PTA duties in a LTAC setting under supervision
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Reliability and ability to participate in a 13-week assignment with guaranteed hours
- Ability to work the listed shift schedule (08:00–16:30) and adapt to a travel assignment
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the contract
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Travel logistics and housing options assistance (where available)
- Potential extension opportunities based on performance and need
- Credentialing and compliance support during the assignment
Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, you can view additional travel opportunities with Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
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.
Health Force is the leading choice for home health care in Southwest Florida and Chicago’s surrounding areas. For over 20 years our privately owned and locally operated home health agency has continued to uphold professional and ethical services that surpass any home health care agency.
Founded
1993
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Fort Myers
Health Force is the leading choice for home health care in Southwest Florida and Chicago’s surrounding areas. For over 20 years our privately owned and locally operated home health agency has continued to uphold professional and ethical services that surpass any home health care agency.
Founded
1993
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Fort Myers