Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Paterson, NJ

Job Title

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location

Paterson, NJ

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 13-Week Assignment | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising Physical Therapist in implementing patient treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic exercises and functional training to patients
• Monitor and document patient progress and report findings to the supervising PT
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safe movement techniques
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with facility standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in the state of New Jersey
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Ability to work day shift hours

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on a 13-week contract assignment with a guaranteed weekly hours structure
• Gain valuable clinical experience in a dynamic therapy environment