Description
Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Niles, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 04/20/2026
- Duration: 13 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 and a recruiter will follow up with the details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
- Active Michigan PTA license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with therapeutic exercise, ADL training, and patient transfers preferred.
- Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and follow PT-directed plans of care.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift name: Days.
- Shift details: Days 0830-1630.
- Schedule: 5x8.
- Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other facilities as needed.
Location Highlights
Experience Niles, MI, with access to regional outdoor and cultural attractions. Riverfront access on the St. Joseph River and Silver Beach County Park is within a short drive, offering waterfront recreation and beach access. The city is near the Indiana border and about 30 miles from South Bend, providing commuter access to additional dining and cultural venues. Local highlights include the Fort St. Joseph Museum and historic downtown districts, supporting a quiet, small-city lifestyle with convenient drives to larger urban amenities and state parks within an hour.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a PTA traveler and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. A recruiter will provide next steps after application.
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 associates.
Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #439772. 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.
