Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,610 per week in North Smithfield, RI
Company: Towne U.S. LLC
Location: Forestdale
Posted on: February 24, 2026
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Job Description:
Physical Therapy Assistant Location: North Smithfield, RI
Agency: Towne U.S. LLC Pay: $1,610 per week Shift Information: Days
- 5 days x 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP
About the Position Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Skilled
Nursing Facility (SNF) We are seeking a dedicated and skilled
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join a collaborative therapy
team within a skilled nursing facility. This role focuses on
providing high-quality rehabilitation services to short-term rehab
patients and long-term residents, helping them regain mobility,
independence, and confidence in daily activities. The PTA will
implement individualized treatment plans developed by the
supervising Physical Therapist, delivering skilled interventions
that improve strength, balance, gait, and functional mobility. This
position requires strong clinical judgment, communication skills,
and the ability to manage a productive caseload in a supportive,
team-based environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide skilled
physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed
PT Assist patients with transfers, gait training, balance,
strength, and endurance exercises Implement fall prevention
strategies and assist with adaptive equipment recommendations
Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility and home exercise
programs Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to
supervising PT Accurately document treatment sessions, progress
notes, and discharge summaries in EMR Collaborate with
interdisciplinary team members including OT, SLP, nursing, and case
management Maintain productivity while ensuring patient-centered
care Ideal Candidate: Active PTA license in practicing state SNF or
geriatric rehabilitation experience preferred Strong clinical
reasoning and communication skills Comfortable managing both
short-term rehab and long-term resident caseloads This is an
excellent opportunity for a PTA who is passionate about geriatric
rehabilitation and making a meaningful impact on patient functional
outcomes in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
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