Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Chesapeake, VA
American Medical Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days

We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we’re looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant for a Corrections contract assignment.

Job Title: PTA: Corrections
Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Setting: State Prison
Pay Range: $1,225 to $1,532 weekly
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Days, 40-hours per week, Weekends and Holidays as needed
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of experience as a PTA
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Be willing to obtain Virginia licensure

Why Choose American Medical Staffing?

• Day-One Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans with no waiting period.
• Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
• Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000+ discounted properties.
• Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
• Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits
• Working Advantage: Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
• Scrub Discount: 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
• Compliance & Credentialing Support: Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.

Responsibilities

As a healthcare professional in a Corrections facility, you’ll play a critical role in serving a unique and often underserved patient population. Your care will directly impact patient safety, wellness, and rehabilitation. A few of the responsibilities include:

• Deliver therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), helping patients improve strength, mobility, and functional independence.

• Implement treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and adjust exercises as appropriate within the correctional healthcare framework.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR), supporting continuity of care and compliance with facility and HIPAA standards.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in a secure, structured environment—providing care that truly matters.

Apply now to take the next step in your journey.

American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.