Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) School

Ready to take your Physical Therapy career somewhere new?

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant looking for your next opportunity? FullShift Staffing is excited to connect you with a rewarding school-based PTA position where you can make a meaningful difference in students' lives!

Help children improve their mobility, build functional skills, and gain greater independence while working alongside a collaborative team of educators and healthcare professionals. If you enjoy working with children and want to make an impact beyond the traditional clinical setting, this could be the opportunity for you!

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Contract Length: Remainder of 2026-2027 school year

Setting: School-Based

Shifts: Days (following the school schedule)

Pay: Excellent hourly rate + housing, meal, and travel stipends (for eligible travelers)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Travel & Local Opportunities – Explore somewhere new or find an assignment closer to home.

• Make a Real Impact – Help students develop mobility, coordination, balance, and functional independence so they can participate more fully in their school day.

• Collaborative Environment – Work alongside Physical Therapists, teachers, school staff, and families to support student success.

• Support You Can Count On – From onboarding to successful contract completion, you're never on your own!

What We're Looking For:

• A compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant who enjoys working with children and school-aged students.

• Someone comfortable working in a school-based setting.

• A quick learner who can adapt to the individual needs and abilities of each student.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• A team player with a positive attitude and a passion for helping children reach their full potential.

Requirements:

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant License in the state of employment (or ability to obtain).

• Current BLS/CPR Certification (or ability to obtain).

• Current TB test/results.

• Current physical stating fit for duty (within the past year).

• Ability to meet applicable school-based employment and background clearance requirements.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

• Assist students with improving mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and motor skills.

• Provide therapeutic exercises and interventions to support students' functional goals.

• Help students with positioning, transfers, mobility equipment, and safe movement throughout the school environment.

• Monitor student progress and communicate updates with the supervising Physical Therapist.

• Collaborate with teachers, school staff, families, and other therapy providers to support student needs.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of treatments and student progress.

Benefits You'll Enjoy:

• Weekly Pay.

• Housing, meal, and travel stipends (for eligible travelers).

• A supportive, responsive team that's with you every step of the way. FullShift Staffing is proud to provide you with a personal, dedicated account manager/recruiter who will support you from start to finish. We also provide onboarding support and payroll expertise so you can feel confident taking your next assignment!

• The opportunity to explore new locations while gaining valuable experience in a school-based setting.

• The chance to make a lasting difference in students' lives every single day!

If any of this sounds like the right fit, or you'd simply like more information, apply today!

We want to work with you!!

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