Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Potosi, MO
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Travel PTA in Potosi, MO — 13-week inpatient/long-term care assignment; flexible daytime schedule. Apply now for this Missouri physical therapy job.

Join a dedicated team as an Inpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in beautiful Potosi, Missouri (63664). This travel PTA assignment places you in an inpatient long-term care and rehabilitation setting where you can deliver patient-centered physical therapy services, work alongside experienced rehabilitation professionals, and enjoy the scenic, close-knit community of Potosi, MO.

Job Details

• Location: Potosi, Missouri (Potosi, MO 63664) — Missouri PTA jobs, travel health opportunity
• Setting: Inpatient, Long-Term Care (LTC), and Rehabilitation
• Assignment Type: Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (Travel PTA)
• Start Date: March 30, 2026
• End Date: June 29, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts, Monday–Friday (start time between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM; flexible with consistent communication)
• Hours per Week: 40
• On-Call / Weekends: No call required; no weekends unless making up hours for a holiday
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1400-$1500

Job Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Missouri
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed PTA, preferably in long-term care or inpatient rehabilitation settings
• Demonstrated knowledge of APTA guidelines, state practice acts, professional code of conduct, and ethics
• Strong clinical documentation and communication skills (experience with EMR preferred)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with supervising Physical Therapists and the interdisciplinary care team
• Patient-centered approach with skills in manual techniques, therapeutic exercise, mobility training, and assistive devices

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based rehabilitative and medically necessary treatment interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
• Deliver inpatient and long-term care physical therapy services, including manual therapy, gait training, therapeutic exercise, transfers, and use of assistive devices
• Assess patient progress and communicate findings to the supervising Physical Therapist to modify treatment plans as needed
• Complete timely, accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory and facility requirements
• Educate and counsel patients, families, and caregivers about physical disorders, home programs, and safe mobility strategies
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, training, and quality improvement activities
• Support and supervise students or aides when assigned, following the supervising Physical Therapist’s guidance
• Ensure compliance with all state and facility regulatory and clinical practice requirements

Why Join This Travel PTA Role

• Opportunity to gain experience in inpatient and long-term care rehabilitation—ideal for PTAs seeking travel healthcare roles
• Work regular daytime hours with no weekend or call obligations for better work-life balance
• Experience Potosi, MO—a small-town community with outdoor recreation and welcoming residents
• Competitive travel PTA opportunities—ask recruiter for details

Ready to apply? Apply now to join our rehabilitation team in Potosi, MO. Submit your resume, current Missouri PTA license, and contact information to be considered for this travel PTA assignment. Join our healthcare team today!

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