Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,398 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 08/01/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant. You will 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. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Oregon PTA license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred.
• Experience working in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute settings preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist and document interventions in electronic medical records.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location Highlights

Portland, OR offers a variety of outdoor and urban attractions within short drives. The city is near Forest Park, one of the largest urban forests in the U.S., and is about a 30–40 minute drive to the Columbia River Gorge for hiking and waterfalls. Portland features the Pearl District and downtown entertainment within short transit rides, and Oregon Coast beaches are approximately 1.5–2 hours west for coastal recreation. The area supports an active, outdoors-oriented lifestyle with extensive bike lanes, the MAX light rail for commuting, and a vibrant food and arts scene with Powell’s City of Books and numerous farmers markets.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a travel PTA role that offers flexibility, stability, and opportunities for professional growth. Recruiters will provide assignment details and next steps following application.

EEO Statement

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. Diversity and inclusion are valued.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #444546. 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.