Travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant
Aberdeen, MD
AMN Healthcare Allied
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description & Requirements
Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - (PTA)
StartDate: 10/19/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1660.00 - $1711.00

This Physical Therapist Assistant position is based in the Aberdeen, Maryland area, a welcoming community in Harford County known for its friendly neighborhoods, convenient access to major cities, and strong sense of local pride. Aberdeen offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, with easy access to shops, restaurants, parks, and recreation. The area is close to the Chesapeake Bay, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and waterfront activities, and is within a reasonable drive of Baltimore, giving you access to professional sports, museums, dining, and cultural attractions. Nearby parks and Harford County recreation programs support an active lifestyle, and the region’s schools, community events, and family-friendly environment make it an appealing place to live and work. The clinic is a modern outpatient rehabilitation center focused on musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and sports-related conditions. The facility features state-of-the-art equipment, spacious treatment areas, and an environment designed to support an efficient and positive patient experience. You will be part of a collaborative, supportive team that values evidence-based care, clear communication, and professional growth. The organization is known for strong clinical pathways, outcome-driven practice, and a reputation for quality in outpatient physical therapy. In this role, you will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Typical responsibilities include implementing therapeutic exercise programs, manual therapy techniques within scope, and modalities as directed; monitoring patients’ responses to treatment; progressing exercises based on established plans of care; and providing clear instruction and motivation to patients and caregivers. You will document all care in an electronic medical record, support outcome measure collection, and participate in team discussions around plan-of-care progression and discharge planning. A typical day includes a steady caseload of patients with orthopedic diagnoses such as post-surgical joint replacements, sports injuries, spine disorders, and work-related conditions. Patient schedules and ratios are designed to balance productivity with individualized attention, allowing you to build relationships and promote measurable functional gains. You will collaborate closely with Physical Therapists, front office staff, and other team members to ensure smooth clinic flow and a positive patient experience. Shifts are generally daytime hours on weekdays, with some flexibility depending on clinic hours and patient demand. The schedule supports work-life balance while enabling providers to see a variety of patients throughout the week. This role offers opportunities to build your skills in outpatient orthopedics, participate in clinical mentoring, and grow within a large, well-established organization committed to professional development and career advancement.

Required Qualifications
Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient
References: 1 Reference in entire work history License and OP experience are required.

Preferred Qualifications
Travel experience is preferred

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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