Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant
Cumming, GA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,289/weekOverview
- Start Date04/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingOutpatient
Pay
Qualifications
- Minimum of 70%
Description
Make a real difference as a travel PTA with Jackson Therapy Partners. You will work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Georgia State PTA license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification required from AHA or ARC.
- Outpatient orthopedics experience preferred. (Preferred)
- Experience working in outpatient clinics or ambulatory settings preferred. (Preferred)
- Must not be a new graduate. Candidates with prior travel PTA experience accepted; first-time travelers may be considered.
- Ability to meet productivity expectations: approximately 60 visits per week and 12–14 patients per day; double-booking of follow-up visits expected.
- Willingness to float to neighboring clinics as needed.
- Overtime must be approved by director before worked.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Outpatient clinic.
- Primary specialty: Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Shift: Days.
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week with expectation to work up to 40 hours; overtime requires director approval.
- Patient population: Outpatient orthopedics.
- Float requirement: May float to other clinics or neighboring locations.
- Productivity expectation: 60 visits per week; typically 12–14 patients per day with follow-up double-booking.
Location Highlights
Experience Cumming, GA, with easy access to outdoor recreation and local attractions. The city is minutes from Lake Lanier, offering boating and fishing with multiple marinas and a 38,000-acre reservoir. Downtown Cumming is near the Cumming Fairgrounds and the historic Forsyth County Courthouse, both within a short drive of local dining and retail. Residents can reach Sawnee Mountain Preserve in about 20 minutes for hiking and panoramic views from the Indian Seats. Atlanta is approximately a 45-minute drive, providing access to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, museums, and professional sports. The area fits an active suburban lifestyle with nearby parks, trails, and waterfront recreation.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
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About Cumming, GA
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Cumming, GA here's what you should know:- Cumming, GA's cost of living is 6% higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Cumming, GA are around 88°F, while winter lows are around 32°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Cumming, GA and can be found with relative ease.
- Cumming, GA is car-friendly with limited public transportation options.
- Cumming, GA has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Cumming, GA offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor activities such as hiking and water sports are popular, and there are opportunities to participate in local sports leagues.
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