Description

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Charleston, WV
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $1,648 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/17/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant Profession: Therapy/Rehabilitation Specialty: Acute Care Hospital Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8 Hours Experience: Minimum 1 Year Required, Travel Experience Required License: Active License Required Certifications: BLS Required Must-Have: Acute Care Facility Experience Strong Specialty Experience Flu Vaccine Compliance Description: Physical Therapy Assistant position available in an acute care hospital setting. The role consists of providing care to adult and geriatric patient populations. Candidates must follow the Physical Therapist's plan of care. Daily patient treatment ratios are set at 16 units. Home exercise programs and patient family education are key responsibilities. Experience with patient lifting, transfer techniques, and safety is essential. Equipment familiarity is required, including bed alarms, crutches, and rolling walkers. Assessment skills necessary include vital signs, strength testing, and pain assessments. Candidates will work in a dynamic environment tailored to a variety of medical conditions. Weekend requirements depend on the chosen schedule. No float or on-call requirements are included in this position. Candidates must have a clean and active license and be compliant with vaccination requirements. This position offers an opportunity for meaningful patient interaction in physical therapy practice.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam