Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract

Make a real difference as a travel 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. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0830-1630
• Split assignment between 2 facilities in Ottawa, IL, approximately 15 minutes apart
• Work setting includes a high skilled caseload with quick turnaround and a high rate of return-to-home patients, plus a long-term care population with some skilled residents

Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Benefits Designed for Travelers


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 because that's how it should be
• 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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide


Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a PTA traveler and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

Location Highlights


Ottawa, Illinois offers access to Starved Rock State Park and Matthiessen State Park, both within about 15 minutes of the city, making it a strong fit for travelers who enjoy hiking, canyons, and waterfalls. Downtown Ottawa features Washington Square Park and the Illinois & Michigan Canal corridor, with local shops, dining, and walking paths in a small-city setting about 90 minutes from Chicago. The city sits at the meeting point of the Fox and Illinois Rivers, offering boating, fishing, and riverfront views, while Buffalo Rock State Park is also nearby for additional outdoor recreation. Ottawa combines a quieter pace with convenient regional access via Interstate 80 and nearby U.S. Route 6, supporting easy travel throughout north central Illinois.

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.