Job Description

Summary:

• Job Id: T-PTA-46165
• Profession: Allied Health
• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Job Type: Contract/Travel
• Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Location: Ahoskie, NC
• Setting: Long-Term Care
• Shift Type: Days
• Shift Schedule: 8H Day; 35 hrs/week
• Rate: Local: $36.59/hr; $1,280.98/35-hours Travel: $38.04/hr; $1,331.73/35-hours

Requirements:

• New graduates are welcome
• Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program (Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education)
• Certification from the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) for PTAs, administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT).
• Strong understanding of human anatomy and physiology
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions from a licensed Physical Therapist
• Empathy and patience when working with patients
• Physical stamina to assist patients with movement and exercises
• BLS Certification