Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled
Yuma, AZ
AMN Healthcare Allied
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description & Requirements
Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled - (PTA)
StartDate: 12/7/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1511.00 - $1557.00

This Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity is based in Yuma, Arizona, a warm, welcoming city known for its abundant sunshine, friendly community atmosphere, and relaxed desert lifestyle. Yuma offers easy access to outdoor activities year-round, including hiking, off-road adventures, river recreation along the Colorado River, and scenic desert vistas. The area’s mild winters and clear skies make it especially appealing for those who enjoy an active lifestyle and time outdoors. Yuma combines the charm of a smaller city with convenient amenities, shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. Residents benefit from a lower cost of living compared to many larger metropolitan areas, while still having access to quality schools, community events, and family-friendly recreation. Its location near the California border and within driving distance of larger cities provides additional options for weekend getaways. In this role, you will work in a patient-focused rehabilitation environment that emphasizes collaboration, respect, and high-quality care. You will function under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility, improve function, and enhance their overall quality of life. A typical day may include assisting with therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, transfer training, and functional activities tailored to each patient’s goals. You will perform treatments for adult and primarily geriatric patients, many of whom are recovering from surgery, illness, injury, or managing chronic conditions. Responsibilities include implementing the plan of care established by the PT, monitoring patient response, contributing to progression of exercises within your scope, and ensuring safe use of assistive devices. You will also play a key role in patient and family education, helping individuals understand their home exercises and safety strategies. The setting is designed to support efficient and coordinated care, with an interdisciplinary team that may include physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and case management. Patient volumes and caseloads are structured to prioritize quality, individualized care while maintaining reasonable productivity expectations. You can expect a steady flow of patients with varied diagnoses, offering opportunities to continually build your clinical skills. Documentation is completed using an electronic medical record system, with established workflows to support accurate and timely charting. You will be expected to maintain thorough, compliant documentation of visits, interventions, and patient progress while collaborating closely with the PT to communicate changes in patient status. Shifts are typically scheduled during daytime hours, often aligned with standard therapy department operations and weekday coverage, with potential for occasional weekend or holiday shifts depending on patient needs. The environment supports open communication, mentorship from experienced therapists, and opportunities to grow within the rehab team. This PTA position is well-suited for someone who values meaningful patient relationships, enjoys working as part of a supportive interdisciplinary team, and appreciates the balance of professional growth and a high quality of life offered by Yuma’s unique desert community.

Required Qualifications
Physical Therapist Assistant, Skilled

License and SNF experience are required.

Preferred Qualifications
Travel experience is preferred

Facility Location
A popular retirement community, Yuma is located at the southwestern corner of Arizona and draws tourists and retirees from all over the nation. The city possesses a wealth of cultural attractions, including the historical Yuma Territorial Prison. Fans of the outdoors will find much to love in Yuma, due to the city's proximity to the Kofa Mountain Range, Martinez Lake, and the Algodones Dunes, all of which offer a wide range of recreational and sporting possibilities. Yuma's sports community is small but vibrant. Desert Sun Stadium is the home of the Yuma Scorpions of the North American League and the San Diego Padres use the facility during spring training.

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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