Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Sacramento, CA
Connected Health Care
5x8 hrs
Referral Bonus
$1,820/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Company provided housing options
- Cancelation protection
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
Qualifications
Description
Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)- 13 Weeks - Up to $1820/WK!
Sacramento, California - 13.0 weeks
Connected, your partner in Healthcare, Educational, Government, and Direct Hire services, is excited to connect qualified and passionate travel professional like you for a 13-week opportunity located in or near Sacramento, California. Enjoy competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and the rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Job Requirements- Education Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Certifications Requirements: PTA license in California, CPR certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience, preferably with diverse patient populations or ages.
- Other Requirements: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work dayshift hours, and physical ability to stand and assist patients for extended periods.
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Premium Pay That Values You: Weekly direct deposit (with next-day pay features coming soon!) at rates 13% above market average—we benchmark every assignment to make you feel like a valued member of our team and to ensure we're staying competitive.
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Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical/dental/vision eligibility starting the 1st day of the month after your start date, continuing between active assignments—plus disability, life insurance, and sick leave, so you can focus on what you do best without added stress.
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Health Benefits Maintained through Winter/Summer Break: For educational services team members who join or extend with us, your medical, dental, and vision coverage continues seamlessly during off-seasons, ensuring no gaps in your coverage so you can recharge without worry.
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Investment in Your Growth: 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, License + CEU reimbursements, are just some of the ways we invest in our team because you deserve a partner who grows with you.
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Support Your Lifestyle: Paid housing or stipends (pet-friendly!) travel/mileage reimbursements; guaranteed hours and cancellation protection; nationwide opportunities spanning from major metros to underserved areas—we manage the details so you can focus on what matters most in your personal and professional life.
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Streamlined Compliance & Flexibility: Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses/certs; user-friendly Portal for seamless onboarding (avg 14 days); shifts customized to your needs; rapid interviews (38 hours typical)—we value your time, making compliance effortless and flexible to fit your unique schedule.
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We Care About Your Journey: In this demanding field, we start by listening—providing upfront insights on roles, pay, and perks so you feel seen and supported from the first click, aligned with our motto: If we take care of our team, they take care of our partners.
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Personalized Job Matches That Fit You: Tell us your story, preferences like specialties, facility size, city/state preferences, or work-life balance needs—we craft opportunities where you shine, with 92% of our candidates extending or referring because we truly prioritize what matters to you.
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Unwavering Support Every Step: From 24/7 recruiter access to fast compliance and career guidance, we're your dedicated partner—delivering 13% higher pay than the national average, 92% retention rates, quick turnaround times for interviews/offers, and national placements because we know the toll of shortages and want to ease it for you.
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A Genuine Partnership Built on Trust: We're not just a staffing firm; we're your advocate in a competitive world—turning challenges into rewarding paths with empathy, transparency, direct client focus for seamless fits, and a network that feels like family, helping you build the career you deserve.
- Provide outpatient physical therapy services to diverse patient populations, assessing mobility, developing treatment plans, and implementing therapy interventions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care and optimal recovery outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, treatment progress, and discharge summaries in compliance with facility policies.
- Educate patients and their families on therapeutic exercises, injury prevention, and health maintenance methods.
- Execute specialized rehabilitation procedures tailored to individual patient needs while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Employer
Connected Health Care
15 nurses recommend working with Connected Health Care
Pros
This is my first assignment with Connected. Matthew is responsive and an amazing advocate.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Connected Health Care
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About Sacramento, CA
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:- Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
- Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
- Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
- Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
- Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
- Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
- Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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