Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Acute Rehab | Travel Assignment - Sierra Vista, AZ Join our team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Sierra Vista, AZ - 13-week acute rehab travel assignment focused on adult and geriatric inpatient rehabilitation. This travel PTA opportunity offers hands-on acute rehab experience in a hospital-based setting with Cerner and NetHealth EHRs. Sierra Vista, Arizona, sits in the scenic high desert with mountain views, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community - ideal for travel healthcare professionals seeking Arizona travel PTA jobs. Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,130 - $1,210 Location: Sierra Vista, AZ 85635 - travel PTA position Setting: Acute Rehab Unit (ARU), hospital-based inpatient rehabilitation Contract Duration: 13 weeks (2/2/2026 - 5/4/2026) Shift: 8-hour days (08:30-17:00), rotating weekend coverage Hours per Week: 40 (32 hours guaranteed) Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients - inpatient rehab Electronic Health Records: Cerner, NetHealth Job Requirements / Qualifications Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Arizona or compact-eligible state Minimum 1 year of experience as a PTA preferred (acute rehab or inpatient rehab experience a plus) Strong time management, flexibility, and teamwork skills for hospital-based rehab Adaptable, quick learner comfortable treating a variety of diagnoses Required education per licensure Dress code: ability to wear any color scrubs or business casual (slacks and polo) Primary Responsibilities Deliver therapy services to adult and geriatric patients in an acute rehab/inpatient rehabili