Inpatient | Physical Therapist Assistant

Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Inpatient Rehabilitation in Macon, GA

Join an inpatient rehabilitation team as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Macon, Georgia. This 13-week travel healthcare assignment offers day shifts, competitive weekly pay, and the opportunity to provide compassionate, goal-oriented physical therapy care that improves patient mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence.

In this on-site role, you will work under the direction of a Physical Therapist while helping patients progress through individualized rehabilitation plans. Make a meaningful impact while enjoying Macon’s welcoming community, rich history, cultural attractions, and convenient central Georgia location.

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Details

• Position: Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
• Setting: Inpatient rehabilitation
• Location: Macon, Georgia
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel assignment
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,540–$1,650
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week; 8-hour day shifts
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Georgia
• Current BLS certification
• At least 2 years of bedside experience
• Ability to provide physical therapy care in an inpatient rehabilitation environment
• Strong communication, organization, patient-care, and interdisciplinary teamwork skills
• Ability to follow treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist and comply with applicable state practice guidelines

Inpatient Rehabilitation PTA Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs established by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic interventions including posture training, strengthening, endurance and cardiac training, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, muscle lengthening, pain-relief techniques, functional skills training, and community re-entry activities.
• Train patients in safe locomotion and mobility using canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, orthotics, prosthetics, and other assistive devices.
• Demonstrate proper gait-belt use, guarding techniques, transfers, positioning, and patient safety practices.
• Educate patients and caregivers on prescribed equipment, exercise programs, mobility techniques, body mechanics, and safe assistance.
• Use approved therapeutic modalities and equipment as appropriate to the treatment plan.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and communicate changes or concerns to the Physical Therapist and care team.
• Document patient progress, treatment responses, education, and family participation in accordance with department standards.
• Maintain clean, safe treatment areas; inspect equipment and report missing, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment.
• Follow infection-control, isolation, hand-hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe-patient-handling procedures.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences, quality-improvement activities, continuing education, and professional development.
• Build respectful, ethical, and collaborative relationships with patients, families, visitors, and healthcare professionals.

Apply now for this travel Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity in Macon, Georgia, and join an inpatient rehabilitation team dedicated to helping patients regain mobility and independence.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.