Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant
Fort Myers, FL
Towne U.S. LLC
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,650/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join a collaborative therapy team within a skilled nursing facility. This role focuses on providing high-quality rehabilitation services to short-term rehab patients and long-term residents, helping them regain mobility, independence, and confidence in daily activities.
The PTA will implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist, delivering skilled interventions that improve strength, balance, gait, and functional mobility. This position requires strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to manage a productive caseload in a supportive, team-based environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide skilled physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed PT
Assist patients with transfers, gait training, balance, strength, and endurance exercises
Implement fall prevention strategies and assist with adaptive equipment recommendations
Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility and home exercise programs
Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to supervising PT
Accurately document treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in EMR
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including OT, SLP, nursing, and case management
Maintain productivity while ensuring patient-centered care
Ideal Candidate:
Active PTA license in practicing state
SNF or geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred
Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
Comfortable managing both short-term rehab and long-term resident caseloads
This is an excellent opportunity for a PTA who is passionate about geriatric rehabilitation and making a meaningful impact on patient functional outcomes in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
Employer
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About Fort Myers, FL
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Fort Myers, FL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Fort Myers is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 53°F, making it an ideal winter getaway with year-round warm weather.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fort Myers, especially in popular tourist areas and near the beaches.
- Fort Myers is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding areas.
- Fort Myers has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the local flora and fauna.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Fort Myers offers a variety of activities including exploring the winter homes of Henry Ford and Thomas Edison, visiting the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, enjoying the beaches at Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Lover's Key State Park, and experiencing the local art, music, and sports scenes.
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