Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Petersburg, WV
GHR Healthcare - Travel
5x8 hrs
$1,820/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – 12-week travel assignment in Petersburg, WV (home health & rehab). Weekly pay $1,470–$1,580. Join a welcoming healthcare team providing in-home and community rehabilitation services across Grant, Hardy, and Pendleton counties.
About the Assignment
Embark on a rewarding travel PTA opportunity in the scenic Potomac Highlands. Petersburg, West Virginia (ZIP 26847) offers a charming small-town atmosphere, outdoor adventures, and a friendly local culture—ideal for a PTA seeking professional growth in home health and rehab settings.
Job Details
- Assignment Length: 12 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 3, 2026)
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,470 – $1,580 (travel PTA, competitive pay)
- Setting: Rehab – Home Health, Hospital, and Community Coverage (in-home care, community rehab services)
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
- Shift Duration: 8-hour shifts; guaranteed 40 hours/week
- On Call/Weekend: No on-call; weekend coverage if needed
- Coverage Area: Grant, Hardy, and Pendleton Counties, WV (mileage reimbursed between visits)
- Dress Code: Royal Blue Scrubs
Required Qualifications
- Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in West Virginia (required)
- Associate’s Degree from an accredited PTA program
- Minimum 1 year clinical experience as a PTA (home health, outpatient, or rehab experience preferred)
- Experience with HCHB documentation preferred (home health documentation systems)
- Strong communication, flexibility, adaptability, and patient-centered compassion
- Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license for travel between patient visits (mileage reimbursed)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide rehabilitative care and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, following established Plans of Care
- Deliver physical therapy services in home health, hospital, and community settings across assigned counties
- Assess patient progress, document interventions and outcomes accurately—utilize HCHB when applicable
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care
- Adapt treatment approaches to meet the diverse needs of patients in in-home and community settings
Why This PTA Travel Job
- Hands-on rehab experience across home health and community settings—great for PTAs seeking travel assignments
- Opportunity to expand clinical skills working with diverse patient populations in West Virginia
- Mileage reimbursement and a predictable Monday–Friday schedule
Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Petersburg, WV. For immediate consideration, ensure your WV PTA license, resume, and HCHB experience (if applicable) are up to date. Join our team today and make a meaningful impact in community rehab and home health services.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
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Petersburg, WV
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