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 Petersburg, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/16/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel PTA. 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.
• Current, active West Virginia PTA license required for the assignment.
• Experience in home health care required. Must be comfortable providing care in patients' homes and traveling between patient visits.
• Experience with HCHB documentation preferred.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Minimum education requirement: Associate degree.
• Preferred attributes: flexibility, strong communication, adaptability, and compassion.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Home Health.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:30 (days).
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week.
• Productivity expectations: 25 points.
• Coverage area: Grant, Hardy, and Pendleton Counties, WV. Travel between patient homes required. Mileage reimbursed between first and last patient visit.
• On-call/weekend requirement: No routine on-call or weekend requirement.
• Dress code: royal blue scrubs.

Location Highlights

Petersburg, WV provides convenient access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. The town is within 30 miles of Seneca Rocks, a well-known rock-climbing landmark and hiking area, and about 45 miles to Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks National Recreation Area offering mountain vistas and trails. Petersburg is located near the South Branch Potomac River and within driving distance to the Canaan Valley area for skiing and winter recreation, making it a fit for clinicians who prefer a rural and outdoors-oriented lifestyle. The area features small-town amenities and a slower pace, with regional access to Elkins (about 35–45 minute drive) for additional shopping and services. The region supports a commuter lifestyle with state routes connecting to larger towns and nearby state parks for weekend adventure and nature activities.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a travel PTA and gain schedule stability and professional growth in home health settings. This assignment supports direct patient care under PT supervision and emphasizes documentation accuracy and patient-centered practice.

EEO Statement

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 applicants.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #440645. 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.