Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $75,920 to $99,320 per year in Kent, WA

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Kent, WA
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: $75,920 to $99,320 per year
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Join a team that’s making a real difference. We’re hiring a licensed PTA to work with one of our trusted clients where you’ll support patients recovering from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries—helping them manage pain and regain movement—under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with next steps.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active Washington State PTA license required to start the position.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Home health experience preferred.
• Experience with OASIS documentation, assessments, and ICD-10 coding.
• Ability to complete initial patient history, evaluations, and communicate treatment changes with physicians.
• Experience supervising or directing PTAs and Home Health Aides as assigned.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule with no on-call and no weekends.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, and vision for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Licensure renewal reimbursement.
• Continuing education at no cost.
• Comprehensive training period and individualized orientation.
• Employee referral bonus program and employee appreciation days.
• Career growth and advancement potential.
• Parking covered for PTs and PTAs.

Responsibilities:

• Provide physician-ordered care and implement plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Director of Clinical Services.
• Collaborate with home care personnel in patient care planning.
• Direct and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and Home Health Aides as assigned.
• Take initial patient history and perform initial evaluations.
• Consult with physicians regarding changes in treatment.
• Instruct patients and families in home programs and activities of daily living.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Complete and submit OASIS assessments, reassessments, transfers, resumptions of care, discharges, and documentation for significant changes in condition.
• Appropriately utilize ICD-10 codes in documentation.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for physical therapist assistants including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the right job including competitive pay, benefits, and support. Discover your options using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for clinicians.

Location Highlights

Experience the Kent/Auburn area with convenient access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Explore local parks such as Lake Meridian and Mill Creek Park. Enjoy nearby shopping and dining in downtown Kent and the Outlet Collection at Auburn. Take short drives to regional attractions in Tacoma and Seattle. Outdoor activities include hiking in Cougar Mountain Regional Wildland Park and visiting nearby rivers and lakes for fishing and boating.

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.