Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Waurika, OK
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) — 13-week travel outpatient rehab job in Waurika, OK. PTA license (or pending) and outpatient/orthopedic experience preferred.

Embark on a rewarding 13-week travel assignment as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the vibrant community of Waurika, Oklahoma (ZIP 73573). This outpatient physical therapy job offers hands-on orthopedic and post-operative rehab experience in a small-town, community-focused clinic. Travel therapy and local candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Details

• Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Outpatient Rehab (Travel)
• Location: Waurika, OK 73573 (Jefferson County, southern Oklahoma)
• Assignment Type: Travel assignment, on-site outpatient clinic
• Start Date: April 9, 2026
• End Date: July 9, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8-hour days)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Pay Range: $1,310 – $1,410
• Patient Ratio: 1:1 patient-to-therapist
• Weekend Requirement: None
• On-Call: No
• Float: May float between Jefferson County Hospital and DRH Health as needed

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a PTA in outpatient physical therapy (2 years preferred)
• Experience treating orthopedic populations, post-operative patients, young athletes, balance/vestibular issues, falls, and general debility
• Experience with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients; outpatient orthopedic and cardiorespiratory rehab experience a plus
• Active PTA license required (pending license accepted)
• BLS certification preferred
• Familiarity with Meditech EMR preferred
• COVID-19 and seasonal flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• First-time travel therapists and local candidates welcome
• Include any requested time off (RTO) with your application

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient rehabilitation services under indirect supervision, following established plans of care
• Provide individualized 1:1 treatment sessions for orthopedic, post-surgical, balance/coordination, neurological, and debility diagnoses
• Document patient progress, treatment plans, and outcomes accurately and timely in the EMR
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nursing, respiratory, radiology, social services, and pharmacy
• Support swing bed operations and float to affiliated locations as needed
• Treat diagnoses including CVA, Parkinson’s, Guillain–Barré, gait disturbances, cardiac conditions (COPD, CHF), and general med/surg needs

Why Waurika, OK

Enjoy the charm of Waurika — a close-knit community with access to outdoor recreation, local parks, fishing, and scenic southern Oklahoma landscapes. This travel PTA job provides a supportive work environment, professional growth in outpatient physical therapy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery.

Apply now: Submit your resume, current PTA license (or pending status), BLS certification (if available), and any requested time off (RTO) with your application. Join our outpatient rehab team in Waurika, OK and advance your career in travel therapy and physical therapy jobs in Oklahoma.

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