Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Porterville, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Porterville, CA. 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 California PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience in skilled nursing facility or post-acute care preferred.
• Ability to work within an in-house therapy team and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff preferred.
• All candidates welcome; manager provides training and support for new graduates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a large skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Experience with productivity expectations in post-acute care settings preferred.

Assignment Details

• Centrally located facility with cohesive in-house therapy team.
• Clinicians may be asked to extend or redeploy to other post-acute care locations.

Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with the details.

Benefits

We value your commitment to impacting others. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler and provide essential care in skilled nursing settings. You will support patient recovery through therapeutic interventions and collaborate with licensed therapists to achieve functional goals. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career resources designed for therapy professionals.

Location Highlights

Porterville provides immediate access to Sequoia National Forest and Sequoia National Monument, including giant sequoias and extensive hiking opportunities. The area is within driving distance of world-class rock climbing and camping, and local rivers and lakes offer fishing and water recreation. Porterville offers lower housing costs compared with larger California cities and convenient regional access to outdoor recreation and small-city amenities.

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 #445698. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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