Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - $1,679 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners, LLC; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a Skilled Nursing Facility assignment in Holmdel, New Jersey. The role involves patient mobility work and restorative therapies under a licensed PT, with a 13-week duration and a 40-hour work week. The expected start is 09/28/2026.

Active New Jersey PTA license and an associate degree are required, with BLS possibly needed. This travel position offers an opportunity to impact patient mobility and participate in

Qualifications

• Interdisciplinary teamwork experience with therapists, nurses, and aides.
• Ability to document care per facility standards.
• Experience with gait training and restorative exercises is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy under the supervision of a licensed PT.
• Assist SNF patients with mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living.
• Document progress and communicate patient status to the PT team.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient documentation

Restorative nursing assistance

Gait training

Therapeutic exercise

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active New Jersey PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
• Experience with restorative nursing programs, transfers, gait training, and therapeutic exercise preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams and document care per facility standards.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0830-1630.
• Schedule: 5x8.
• Start: ASAP.

Location Highlights

Holmdel, NJ offers suburban living with easy access to regional attractions. Holmdel is adjacent to the historic Holmdel Park and within a 25-minute drive to Sandy Hook and the Atlantic coast for waterfront recreation, beaches, and boating. The town is a short drive (about 10-20 minutes) to the Bayshore Waterfront and the Bell Works mixed-use complex in Holmdel for dining and cultural events. Commuter rail and major highways provide access to New York City within approximately 60-75 minutes by car or transit, supporting an urban-commuter lifestyle with suburban 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 #438509. 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.