American Traveler is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Santa Maria, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline : Therapy
- Start Date : 10 / 20 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant with 2+ years of experience and active state licensure for a 13-week home health assignment focused on orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.
Responsibilities
Work in a home health, post-acute care setting serving assigned geographical regionsPatient population includes orthopedic injuries, strokes, joint and spinal injuriesCare team includes PT, OT, Speech, with permanent Rehab Aides / OTAs / PTAs providing supportUses Cerner for documentation and chartingFlexible 8-hour day shifts, primarily Monday through Friday, with weekend coverage every third weekendOccasional holiday coverage may be requiredFloor-specific orientation is provided for 1.5 to 2 weeksMain responsibilities include providing rehabilitative therapy to home health patients with varying conditions including orthopedic and neurological diagnosesAssigned to cover specific geographical regions as determined by the care teamBusiness attire with a white lab coat is required; jeans are not permittedCandidates may be required to work minor holidays and major holidays if neededReturning candidates must not have been directly employed by any associated facility, including CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity, within the past year unless previously employed PRN through an outside firmLocal candidates may be accepted; specific radius requirements may apply depending on the stateRequirements
Active state or compact (NLC) Physical Therapist Assistant license required if applicable; pending licenses not acceptedCurrent BLS certification required, with active status at considerationMinimum of 2 years recent experience as a PTAExperience with OASIS documentation is requiredAt least 1 year experience working with PT / OT / Speech therapy; home health experience preferredTwo references required : one from a supervisor within the last 12 months, and one from a peer or supervisor within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehireCopy of driver's license required for considerationBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-612523. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel PTA - Home Health
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24 / 7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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