Assignment Overview Shift:

Days, 5x8hrs

Hours:

40 hrs/wk

Start Date:

Nov 2, 2026

Length:

13 weeks

Openings:

1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for a Long Term Care facility in Houston, TX requiring 1+ years of PTA experience and LTC/SNF setting experience. Details Long Term Care facility setting in the Physical Therapy unit Patient caseload typically ranges from 7-12 patients per day depending on case mix Treatment times average approximately 1 hour for Medicare B and 30-35 minutes for Medicare A and Managed Care patients Group therapy sessions are utilized as part of care delivery Each therapist is provided a dedicated device for documentation Day shift schedule with 8-hour shifts No weekend or on-call requirements Compact license accepted Requirements Active PTA license required if applicable Minimum 1 year of PTA experience required LTC or SNF setting experience required Texas state licensure required One professional reference required for consideration Additional Information Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist Administer treatment interventions including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices Assess patient progress and communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatment plans accordingly Document all regulatory and clinically required information in the electronic documentation system Participate in required meetings such as patient care conferences, utilization review, and rehabilitation meetings Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist to obtain necessary DME or supplies May supervise and support students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist Adhere to APTA and state practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics standards Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested