Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,484 per week
Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant | Discipline: Therapy | Start Date: 08/17/2026 | Duration: 13 weeks
About the Role
Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapy Assistant (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 patients in recovery from injuries or illness to improve mobility, reduce pain, and maintain activity levels under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Work in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting in Gig Harbor, Washington.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active State License required to start the assignment.
- BLS Certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
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 a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
- 40 hours per week.
- 8-hour shifts.
Location Highlights
Gig Harbor offers waterfront living on Puget Sound with access to maritime attractions and outdoor recreation. Downtown Gig Harbor features the Harbor History Museum and Skansie Brothers Park, and Tacoma is about 20 minutes away via the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
- Kopachuck State Park is roughly 15 minutes from central Gig Harbor and offers beach access and forest trails.
- Seattle is about 1 hour away for major arts, dining, and transit connections.
- Mount Rainier National Park is about 2 hours from Gig Harbor.
- The area supports a coastal-suburban lifestyle with kayaking, boating, and scenic shoreline views.
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.