Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $2,160 per week

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Alexandria, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Location not specified. This role involves assisting in delivering physical therapy services, including therapeutic exercises and functional activities, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The position supports patient mobility, safety, and recovery within a healthcare facility, requiring a focus on safety and patient-centered care.

Job Details

• Certifications and Education Requirements: Valid state PTA license required. BLS certification required.
• Experience: 0 years minimum experience required.
• Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Specialty: Physical Therapist SNF.
• Schedule: Shift (Days) from 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• End Date: 01/18/2027
• Implements treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the Physical Therapist.
• Assists in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet patients long-term goals, including posture training, strengthening exercises, balance exercises, and community re-entry training.
• Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices.
• Demonstrates use of modalities such as whirlpools, ultrasound, therapeutic pools, and others.
• Monitors response to treatment, documents progress, and educates patients and families.
• Orders and instructs on the use of prescribed equipment.
• Maintains professional and ethical working relationships with patients and staff.
• Participates in team conferences and quality improvement projects.
• Attends continuing education and provides in-service education as requested.
• Follows all safety, infection control, and departmental policies.
• Displays customer service attitude toward patients, visitors, and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1329531. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA - PT SNF Physical Therapist SNF.

About Cross Country Allied

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus