Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,694 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Portland, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/04/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant supporting home health patients in Portland, OR. You will work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients recover from injury or illness, restore mobility, and maintain independence. Travel to patient homes, implement plans of care, and complete documentation as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy or PTA from an accredited educational program.
• Active Oregon PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification required from AHA or ARC.
• Prior home health experience required.
• Minimum education: Associate degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using homecare electronic documentation systems.
• Experience with patient travel between home visits and mileage documentation.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
• Coverage area: West side of the Portland (PDX) region.
• Weekly hour guarantee: 36 hours.
• On-call/weekend requirement: No.
• Must travel to patient residences. Mileage reimbursed between visits from first patient to last patient.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

Benefits designed for travelers. Comprehensive offerings begin on day one.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Implement individualized plans of care as directed by the supervising PT. Provide skilled therapeutic interventions, complete timely and accurate charting, and coordinate travel to patient homes to deliver care. Contribute to improved patient function and independence in the home health setting.

Location Highlights

Portland offers easy access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation. The city is within a 90-minute drive of Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Portland features the Pearl District and the Alberta Arts District within city limits, and access to public transit via TriMet light rail and bus lines. The Willamette River waterfront and numerous urban parks provide options for running, cycling, and waterside activities. Commuting to nearby natural areas such as Forest Park takes less than 30 minutes from central neighborhoods, offering hiking and trail access.

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 #445345. 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.