Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,557 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Paulsboro, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel PTA supporting patients recovering from injuries or illness in a skilled nursing facility in Paulsboro, NJ. You will assist patients with mobility, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply and a recruiter will follow up with the details. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active New Jersey PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required or may be required. Please maintain current certification.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Experience with restorative nursing programs, transfer training, gait training, and use of common durable medical equipment (Gait belts, Hoyer lifts, walkers) preferred.
• Ability to document clearly in electronic medical records and follow established care plans.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift schedule: Days 0830-1630.
• Shift pattern: 5x8.
• Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other affiliated facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Paulsboro, NJ offers convenient regional access and a quiet suburban lifestyle. The town is adjacent to the Delaware River waterfront and is approximately a 20–30 minute drive to central Camden and a 25–35 minute drive to the Walt Whitman Bridge providing direct access to Philadelphia. Nearby outdoor options include Delaware River waterfront trails and Timber Creek Park, both within a short drive, and the Pine Barrens region is accessible in roughly 1 hour for hiking and outdoor recreation. The area supports an easy commute to cultural attractions such as the Battleship New Jersey Museum in Camden and local dining and small-business districts in West Deptford within 10–15 minutes. Transit options include regional highways for car travel and nearby PATCO/SEPTA connections for access to Philadelphia, making this location suitable for clinicians seeking a suburban, waterfront, and regionally connected assignment.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442554. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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.