Inpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Travel Contract in Durham, NC

Join a collaborative inpatient rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and help patients improve mobility, independence, and quality of life. This travel PTA opportunity is based in Durham, North Carolina, a vibrant community known for welcoming neighborhoods, a thriving cultural scene, excellent dining, and easy access to the Research Triangle.

Travel Physical Therapist Assistant Job Details

• Location: Durham, North Carolina
• Assignment Type: Travel contract
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,240-$1,330
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours per shift
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week
• Shift Details: Primarily weekday coverage; typical schedule may include 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. shifts
• Anticipated Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications

• At least 1 year of outpatient or rehabilitation clinical experience
• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program
• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Active and applicable North Carolina Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to provide safe, compassionate, and effective patient care
• Strong documentation, communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Inpatient Physical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Deliver individualized treatment designed to improve strength, mobility, function, and safe participation in daily activities.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate observations, response to treatment, and changes in functional status to the supervising therapist and care team.
• Assist with developing and carrying out treatment goals focused on meaningful functional improvement and discharge readiness.
• Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including treatment notes, functional measures, and charge entry.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding exercises, mobility techniques, safety, and continuation of the therapy plan.
• Promote patient safety through appropriate handling techniques, infection prevention, fall prevention, and awareness of environmental risks.
• Collaborate with patients, families, therapists, nurses, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Maintain compliance with applicable state practice requirements, professional standards, facility procedures, and continuing education expectations.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a positive, respectful rehabilitation environment.

Apply now for this travel Physical Therapist Assistant job in Durham, North Carolina, and join a collaborative inpatient rehabilitation team.

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.