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Provide physical therapy assistant services in a long-term care setting under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Facilitate rehabilitation activities, monitor patient progress, and maintain therapy equipment according to safety standards.
Requirements summary
Must hold an active Physical Therapy Assistant license in good standing. Requires availability for a 13-week travel assignment and the ability to work day shifts in a skilled nursing facility.
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Job description
Overview Physical Therapy Assistant - LTAC, Belle Fourche, South Dakota. This travel assignment starts 06/22/2026 for 13 weeks in a long-term care / skilled nursing setting. Weekly pay range is $1,342-$1,427, with 36 hours guaranteed per week.
Shift
Days.
Key Highlights • Weekly pay
$1,342-$1,427 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Contract duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days
Start date: 06/22/2026
Setting: Long-term care / skilled nursing facility
Responsibilities
Provide PTA support under supervision to assist the physical therapist with planned patient care for LTAC residents
Implement treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, ROM activities, and functional mobility techniques
Monitor patient responses, document progress, and communicate changes to the PT and care team
Assist with transfers, activities of daily living, and other tasks within the PTA scope of practice
Prepare treatment spaces, ensure equipment is ready, and uphold infection control and safety standards
Document care and progress in the patient record according to facility policy and regulatory requirements
Requirements
Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in South Dakota or eligible for SD licensure
Associate degree from an accredited PTA program
Prior LTAC or skilled nursing experience preferred
Ability to work in a long-term care environment and meet 36-hour weekly minimum
Strong communication and documentation skills
Benefits
and Support
Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Competitive weekly pay within the provided range
Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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