Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,166 to $1,366 per week in Providence, RI

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Providence, RI. You will assist patients recovering from injury or illness to improve mobility and function under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited educational program.
• Active Rhode Island PTA state license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care environment preferred.
• Client requires experience with mobility training, transfers, therapeutic exercise, and documentation in electronic medical records preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.

Location Highlights

Providence offers a compact urban experience with nearby outdoor options. The city features the historic Federal Hill dining district and WaterFire arts events within the downtown riverwalk area, both reachable within minutes from many central neighborhoods. Providence is a short drive from Colt State Park in nearby Bristol (approximately 15–25 minutes), and about 1 hour from both Newport’s coastal attractions and the hiking trails of the Blackstone River Valley, supporting an active coastal and suburban lifestyle. The city is served by T.F. Green Airport (roughly 15–20 minutes south of downtown) and has commuter rail and Amtrak connections that provide regional transit options for easy weekend travel.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting day one. Benefits include medical coverage options, 401k matching, travel and license reimbursement, paid housing options, and a dedicated recruiter available 24/7.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler to access flexible contracts, career growth options including direct hire and temp-to-hire, and tools to manage assignments. A recruiter will contact you with assignment specifics after you apply.

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. Diversity and inclusion are core values.