Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – $1,114 to $1,214 per week in Sheridan, OR

Converdia Health Staffing is hiring a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a 13-week contract in Sheridan, Yamhill County. This full-time role offers competitive pay of $1,114 to $1,214 per week and starts as soon as possible.

About the Role

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Sheridan, OR. This temporary contract position runs 13 weeks and offers the flexibility and earning potential that travel healthcare professionals seek. You'll work a standard full-time schedule of five 8-hour days in an outpatient physical therapy clinic, supporting licensed physical therapists while delivering quality care to patients across the lifespan.

What You'll Do

• Assist licensed physical therapists with patient evaluations, treatment planning, and documentation
• Lead patient exercises and therapeutic activities under PT supervision and direction
• Educate patients on proper exercise technique, safe movement patterns, and home exercise programs
• Help patients with mobility, balance, and functional activities as part of their rehabilitation
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient progress and treatment sessions
• Sanitize equipment and maintain a safe, organized clinical environment
• Communicate with the PT team regarding patient status, concerns, and progress toward goals

Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or credential in Oregon (or active reciprocal licensure)
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong communication and patient interaction skills
• Ability to follow treatment plans and work collaboratively within a clinical team
• Physical capability to lift, transfer, and support patients safely
• Adaptability and professional demeanor in a fast-paced healthcare environment

More About Converdia Health Staffing

Converdia Health Staffing connects healthcare professionals with short-term and permanent positions across the nation. We work with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, allied health professionals, and therapists to fill critical staffing needs at healthcare facilities nationwide. Our mission is to support both healthcare providers and the facilities that need them.

Next Steps

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