Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Walla Walla, WA
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Inpatient Home Health PTA – Travel contract in Walla Walla, WA (99362). Active WA PTA license required; must be willing to obtain OR license. 13-week assignment, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.

Job Details

• Location: Walla Walla, WA and surrounding counties (lower Columbia County to Umatilla County; travel up to 60 miles)
• Setting: Inpatient / Home Health (home-based therapy, skilled nursing referrals)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks (March 23, 2026 – June 21, 2026)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8-hour days, 40 hours/week)
• Employment Type: Travel Contract; regional travel within assigned territory
• Team Structure: Assigned to a geographic team with manager and interdisciplinary rehab support
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,470–$1,580/week

Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Washington (WA); willing to obtain Oregon (OR) PTA license while working
• Minimum 1 year of Home Health PTA experience within the past 3 years (home-based physical therapy, patient mobility training)
• Familiarity with HCHB (Homecare Homebase) EMR preferred; strong documentation skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for patient visits across the service area
• Excellent communication, patient education, and teamwork skills

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality PTA services in patients' homes throughout Walla Walla County and neighboring areas (home health physical therapy, mobility and balance training)
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, nursing, case management) to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Assess patient mobility, provide therapeutic exercises, fall prevention strategies, and durable medical equipment recommendations
• Document patient progress, interventions, and skilled notes using HCHB or agency EMR per regulatory and payer requirements
• Educate patients and caregivers on safe transfers, home exercise programs, and community resources to support rehabilitation goals
• Participate in team meetings and maintain clear communication with managers and clinical staff

Why Join Our Team

• Work in scenic Walla Walla—vibrant downtown, local vineyards, and a welcoming community
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule with predictable hours for work-life balance
• Opportunity to advance clinical home health experience and work with a collaborative interdisciplinary team

Apply now to join our healthcare team as an Inpatient Home Health PTA in Walla Walla, WA. Submit your resume and current WA PTA license; indicate willingness to obtain OR licensure. Join our team and make a meaningful impact in home-based rehabilitation—apply today!

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