Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,950 per week

About the role

Prime HealthCare Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Metropolis, Illinois. This is a full-time travel position with day shifts (8 hours, 5 days per week) in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to skilled/geriatric patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist in developing and implementing patient treatment plans.
• Document patient progress and communicate effectively with the care team.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery and rehabilitation.

Requirements

• Active Illinois PTA license.
• Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) preferred.
• Experience working with skilled/geriatric patient populations.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Day-One medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Travel and licensure reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Referral bonuses.
• Holiday pay.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Life insurance.

Pay

Estimated weekly gross pay: $1,950.00.

Schedule

• Shift: 8 hours, days.
• Schedule: 5 days per week.
• Assignment duration: 13 weeks.
• Start date: September 14, 2026 (flexible).
• End date: December 13, 2026.