About this opportunity
ARMStaffing lists this Travel Physical Therapy Assistant opportunity in alturas, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
ARMStaffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Alturas, California.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 9 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Physical Therapist Assistant
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM. No weekends.
Job Description
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will provide essential physical therapy services under the direction of the Director of Physical Therapy or other licensed Physical Therapists. This role involves treating approximately 8-9 patients per day with evaluations lasting 1 hour and follow-up appointments of 45 minutes, ensuring a patient-centric approach without any double booking.
Responsibilities
Provide treatment as directed by the primary Physical Therapist and communicate any necessary changes to the treatment plan.
Observe, evaluate, and document the effects of each treatment, communicating findings verbally and in written form.
Maintain organized and accurate patient records, ensuring legibility and completeness of chart entries.
Ensure a safe treatment environment and maintain cleanliness in the department.
Use physical therapy modalities effectively and interact professionally with patients and their families.
Collaborate with other staff to create a team-oriented approach to patient care.
Assist in ordering supplies and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
Graduate of an APTA approved Physical Therapist Assistant Program with active licensure in California.
Experience in acute care, skilled nursing, and out-patient physical therapy is preferred.
Current BCLS certification.
Commitment to continuous education and participation in quality improvement initiatives.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period;
4% match with 5% contribution
Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
ARMStaffing Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA:Physical Therapist Assistant,19:00:00-07:00:00
About ARMStaffing
Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp-to-perm, per diem, and direct-hire personnel.
As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.
We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.
Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top-notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.
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Local and travel contracts
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Per Diem
Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
Medical Benefits
Company-matched 401K
Worksite address
alturas, CA, 96101, US
Who can apply
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