Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $60,000 to $70,000 per year in Austin, TX

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Austin, TX
Agency: Jackson Therapy Partners
Pay: $60,000 to $70,000 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 Texas PTA license required to start the position.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy preferred; candidates with inpatient or hospital-based experience are encouraged to apply for hospital-affiliated clinic roles.
• Ability to manage a typical caseload of approximately 12–14 patients per day for PTAs. Support staff and hybrid techs available to assist with patient care and clinic operations.
• Flexibility to work across multiple clinic locations and occasional hospital shifts as needed.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance with employer cost-sharing on a tiered basis.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Continuing education support.
• PTO accrual. Two weeks of paid time off.
• Short-term disability.
• 401k

Location Highlights.

Whitney, TX area offers access to regional recreation and community amenities. Outdoor opportunities include nearby lakes and parks for boating, fishing, and hiking. Local cultural and entertainment options are available in adjacent cities including dining, seasonal festivals, and community events. The region provides reasonable commuting access to larger metropolitan areas for broader amenities and services. The area supports a mix of suburban and small-town living with opportunities for involvement in growing healthcare networks.

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 appropriate job including competitive compensation, benefits, relocation assistance, and potential sign-on incentives - all at no cost to you. Discover your match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed for clinicians.

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.