Company: Princeton Staffing Solutions
Contract Type: W2 – Local or Travel
Position Details
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Specialty: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
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Facility Type: Public School District
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Setting: School – Special Education – Student Physical Therapy Services
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Location: Pendleton, OR
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Work Arrangement: In person
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Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week.
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Dates: Mid August 2026 for 2026-2027 School Year
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Age Range of Students: K-12
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Experience as a School-Based PTA: Required. Will need to be adaptable to covering multiple schools within a specific region.
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Qualifications and Responsibilities
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Provide physical therapy services to students under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT).
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Assist in implementing prescribed physical therapy interventions to improve students' motor skills, strength, mobility, and physical function.
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Support student participation in school-related activities through therapeutic techniques.
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Document student progress and responses to therapy interventions accurately.
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Collaborate with educators, parents, and therapists to ensure consistent support across environments.
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Modify activities and instructional materials based on student needs and therapeutic goals.
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Assist with equipment setup and maintenance required for therapy sessions.
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Monitor and report student behavior, performance, and physical health concerns to the supervising PT.
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Participate in IEP meetings as needed and provide insight into therapy-related goals and outcomes.
State License – Education – Certification Requirements
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Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
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State License or Certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant (as required)
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Experience in school-based or pediatric physical therapy preferred
Benefits of Working with Princeton Staffing Solutions
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Referral Bonus
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Premium Pay Packages (likely we can meet or beat any realistic offer you receive)
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Weekly Direct Deposit
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO and HMO options with comprehensive coverage at a lower premium than many major agencies)
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401K
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Licensure Reimbursement
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CEU Reimbursement
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Supervision and Mentorship Support
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Clinical Management Support
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Full-Time & Part-Time Positions
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Opportunities Available Nationwide – In-Person, Hybrid, or Tele
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Industry-savvy recruiters dedicated to finding the right fit for you
About Princeton Staffing Solutions
Craving an adventure? Ready for the next step in your career journey? Seeking a challenge in a new environment? Travel with Princeton Staffing Solutions. Explore new ways to broaden your horizons-both on the job and off. You deserve an experience that is professionally rewarding and personally memorable-let us handle the heavy lifting while you enjoy the ride!
Established in 2016, Princeton Staffing Solutions (PSS) is a premier personnel services organization devoted to matching talented Special Education and Student Support professionals with rewarding Local or Travel contract (W2) opportunities in schools nationwide (Public, Charter, Special Schools). Princeton Staffing Solutions is grateful for the profound impact our providers have supporting children Birth to 21 years of age with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Orthopedic Impairments, Speech or Language Impairments, Developmental Delays, Specific Learning Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury, Visual Impairments, Deafness, Hearing Impairments, and Multiple Disabilities.
When it comes to our valued contract employees, we strive to build trusting relationships through transparency, honesty, and consistent communication. You will always be treated with the utmost respect and appreciation-because without you, those most in need, the students, are affected. Witnessing their development as they learn to navigate the world is a life-changing experience and a reminder of the importance of your role. From the moment you begin your job search with Princeton Staffing Solutions, your dedicated recruiter is by your side-offering expert guidance and personalized support. Our clinical management team is also here to help you acclimate and grow continuously in your role.
