Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,582 per week
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
Discipline: Therapy
Start Date: 08/17/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Travel
About the Role
Make a real difference as a travel PTA with Jackson Therapy Partners! You’ll work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active—under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed Physical Therapists in providing physical therapy services to patients
- Perform tasks such as positioning patients, administering treatments, and monitoring progress
- Document patient care activities and progress in accordance with established protocols
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans
Requirements
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program
- Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
- BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
- Experience required
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility
- Experience with Nethealth/PCC
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program
- Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
- BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC
Skills
N/A
Benefits
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay
- Full Medical Benefits
- 401k Matching Plan
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
- Competitive Referral Bonuses
- 100% Paid Housing Available
- Travel & License Reimbursement
Pay
Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
N/A
Location
Portland, Oregon offers access to Forest Park’s 80-plus miles of trails and Washington Park, home to the International Rose Test Garden and Oregon Zoo. The city sits about 20 miles from the Columbia River Gorge, with Multnomah Falls and other hiking areas within about 30 to 45 minutes by car. Portland includes the Pearl District and Alberta Arts District, and MAX Light Rail provides public transit access across the urban core and to Portland International Airport. The Willamette River runs through the city, and nearby Mount Hood is about 50 miles east for skiing, hiking, and year-round outdoor recreation.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
About Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.