Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,334 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel PTA. You will work with patients recovering from injury or illness, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply and a recruiter will follow up with details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited educational program.
• Active Connecticut PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC required or must be obtained prior to start.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competency with common skilled nursing tasks such as transfer training, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and documentation in an EMR system preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans established by a supervising Physical Therapist and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location Highlights

New London, CT offers coastal and historic attractions within short drives. The city sits on the Thames River near Long Island Sound and is about a 25–30 minute drive to Ocean Beach Park offering waterfront access and beach recreation. New London is within 15 miles of Waterford's Harkness Memorial State Park and about a 45–60 minute drive to Bluff Point State Park, providing trails and coastal views. The downtown features the historic Garde Arts Center and ferry connections to nearby islands, with Amtrak and regional rail service available for urban and regional transit access. The area fits a mix of coastal and small-city lifestyles with maritime heritage, walkable historic districts, and access to regional outdoor recreation such as kayaking, sailing, and hiking.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler and gain flexibility and stability in travel contracts. Recruiter support will be provided throughout the process. Options for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel assignments may be available.

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. The employer is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442643. 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.