Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care
Charleston, WV
GHR Healthcare - Travel
5x8 hrs

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) — 13-week travel assignment in Charleston, WV. Join a Level 1 Trauma Center acute care rehab team treating adult and geriatric patients in Charleston (25304) — a great fit for West Virginia travel PT jobs and inpatient physical therapy professionals.

About the Assignment

Join a dynamic rehabilitation team in Charleston, WV, as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week travel contract. This role is based at a major teaching hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center, providing acute care rehab for adult and geriatric populations including post-op cardiac, orthopedics, and complex medical patients. Charleston offers scenic river views, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community — ideal for travel PTs and PTA professionals pursuing Charleston physical therapy jobs.

Job Details

• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (May 11, 2026 – August 10, 2026)
• Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) — Travel / Acute Care / Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Setting: Acute Care Hospital, 390 beds (Level 1 Trauma Center)
• Shifts: 5x8-hour days (8:00am – 4:30pm, Mon–Fri; alternative schedules available: Tues–Sat or Wed–Sun)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,350 – $1,460 (competitive travel PTA pay)
• Start Date: May 11, 2026
• Orientation: Every other Monday, first day in department
• Parking / Perks: Free parking garage for travelers

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1 year recent experience as a PTA in an acute care hospital / inpatient physical therapy setting
• Travel experience preferred; strong acute care experience considered for first-time travelers
• Active West Virginia PTA license required (pending WV license accepted; must be active by start date)
• BLS certification (American Heart Association)
• Two recent manager or charge references (within past 2 years)
• Must reside at least 100 miles from facility (75–99 miles considered for approval)
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (medical exemptions accepted)
• Cerner EMR/charting experience preferred (accurate documentation and billing experience required)

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality physical therapy interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist’s plan of care in an acute care / inpatient rehab environment
• Treat adult and geriatric patients, including post-op cardiac, orthopedic, and complex medical cases
• Complete 16 units of treatment per day, meeting productivity expectations for acute care rehab
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety, fall prevention, and adaptive strategies
• Assist with patient transfers, lifting, gait training, and use of assistive devices (gait belts, walkers, crutches, etc.)
• Document care, outcomes, and billing accurately using Cerner charting system
• Participate in department orientation, in-service trainings, and ongoing clinical education
• Maintain a safe, patient-centered, and collaborative rehabilitation environment

Apply now to join our Charleston, WV acute care rehab team — a great opportunity for travel PTAs and experienced inpatient physical therapy professionals. Submit your resume and current WV PTA licensure information today. Join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel physical therapy career!

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.