Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract

Travel PTA Opportunity

Make a real difference as a travel PTA with a therapy staffing partner. You will 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 OR PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience with NetHealth/PCC preferred. (Client uses Nethealth/PCC EMR.)
• Experience in skilled nursing or in-house therapy settings preferred. 100-bed skilled nursing facility environment experience is preferred.
• All candidates considered, including new graduates. Client is open to new grads.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Schedule: Full-time hours.
• EMR System: Nethealth/PCC.
• In-house therapy team. Cohesive, on-site therapy staff model.

Location Highlights

Portland, OR offers a mix of urban and outdoor lifestyles within short travel times. The city features the Pearl District and Downtown arts and dining scenes, with Powell's City of Books located in central Portland and a typical commute of under 30 minutes to many neighborhoods. Mount Hood National Forest is about 60 miles east, offering skiing and hiking options, and the Columbia River Gorge is roughly 20 miles east with waterfalls and rock-climbing areas. Portland has an extensive public transit network including TriMet light rail and bus service, and the Willamette River waterfront provides waterfront parks and riverfront trails for recreation. The region fits an adventurous and urban lifestyle with craft breweries, food cart pods, and frequent outdoor access within an hour.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a travel PTA program and receive flexibility, stability, and opportunities for growth. Contracts include full-time assignments and options for direct hire or temp-to-hire with support from an AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals.

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.