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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Acute Rehab / Hospital

Atlantis, Florida
Contract Duration: Apr 6, 2026 – Jul 6, 2026 (13 Weeks)
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,654.50
Schedule: Day Shift | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Overview

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for an acute inpatient rehab setting at HCA Florida JFK Hospital.

This role involves assisting Physical Therapists in delivering rehabilitation care to patients with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiovascular conditions.

Facility Information
  • Location: Atlantis, FL
  • Setting: Acute Inpatient Rehab
  • Unit Size: 42-bed inpatient rehab unit
  • Charting System: Meditech
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist PTs in implementing treatment plans
  • Provide therapy interventions including:
    • Therapeutic exercises
    • Gait and mobility training
    • Balance and strength training
  • Treat patients with:
    • Orthopedic conditions
    • Neurological disorders
    • Cardiovascular conditions
  • Monitor patient response and report progress to PT
  • Support patient transfers and mobility activities
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team
Clinical Highlights
  • Acute inpatient rehab setting
  • Exposure to diverse patient populations
  • Team-based environment (PTs + PTAs + OT)
  • No night shifts
  • Shift: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • (Comp days provided during weekdays)
  • On-Call: None
Required Qualifications

Active Florida PTA License
BLS Certification (AHA required)
Minimum 1 year recent experience in:

  • Inpatient Rehab OR
  • Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Preferred Qualifications

Meditech EMR experience
Strong inpatient rehab background
Experience with orthopedic and neuro patients

Compliance Notes

Must have relevant inpatient/rehab experience
Must be flexible with scheduling based on patient volume
Weekend rotation required

Why Consider This Assignment

Work in a top-tier teaching hospital
Exposure to multiple specialties (cardio, neuro, ortho)
Structured rehab unit with strong team support
No night shifts
Good experience-building role

Ideal Candidate Profile
  • PTA with acute or rehab experience
  • Strong in patient handling & mobility training
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