Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Rehabilitation Travel Contract in Atlanta, GA

Join an on-site rehabilitation team in Midtown Atlanta as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). In this rewarding travel healthcare role, you will help patients progress toward functional goals through individualized therapeutic interventions, mobility training, patient education, and safe, compassionate care. This 13-week Physical Therapist Assistant job in Atlanta offers a consistent Monday-Friday schedule in a vibrant neighborhood known for convenient access to dining, arts, parks, and cultural attractions.

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,310-$1,410
• Location: On-site in Atlanta, Georgia 30308
• Healthcare Setting: Rehabilitation
• Schedule: Monday-Friday; two evening shifts extending until 6:00 p.m.
• Shift Duration: 8-hour shifts
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Position Type: Travel contract
• Openings: 1

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited program
• CAPTE-accredited education
• At least 1 year of outpatient or rehabilitation clinical experience
• Active, applicable Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state where services are performed
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication, organization, and patient-service skills
• Commitment to patient safety, infection prevention, and professional conduct

Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including posture training, strengthening, endurance and cardiac conditioning, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in safe locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, and other assistive devices.
• Demonstrate proper gait-belt use, guarding techniques, body mechanics, and fall-prevention strategies.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, equipment use, mobility, and safe body mechanics.
• Apply appropriate therapeutic modalities, which may include hot and cold packs, paraffin, ultrasound, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, whirlpool, and therapeutic exercise equipment.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and modify interventions or escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Document patient progress, treatment responses, education, and participation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain clean treatment areas, use equipment safely, and follow required hand hygiene and personal protective equipment practices.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists and other healthcare disciplines during care planning and team conferences.
• Support quality-improvement initiatives and contribute to a safe, respectful, and patient-focused rehabilitation environment.

Apply now to join this rehabilitation healthcare team as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Atlanta, Georgia.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.