Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,251 to $1,451 per week in Punta Gorda, FL

Make a real difference as a travel PTA with Jackson Therapy Partners. 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 Florida PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC required prior to start.
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience working as a PTA in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with restorative nursing programs, fall prevention protocols, and activities of daily living (ADL) training preferred.
• Familiarity with documentation in electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Client requires flexibility to float to other local facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Discover Punta Gorda, Florida, a coastal city with access to outdoor recreation and convenient regional connections. Charlotte Harbor offers waterfront access and fishing opportunities within the city, and the Peace River is a short drive for kayaking and wildlife viewing. Visit Fishermen’s Village for waterfront dining and shopping along a 12-acre complex, and travel 30–45 minutes to reach the beaches of Englewood or Boca Grande. Punta Gorda has a small-town, coastal lifestyle with a historic downtown district featuring Victorian-era buildings, a harborwalk, and regular community events. Southwest Florida International Airport is approximately a 30–35 minute drive, providing regional flight options and convenient travel connections.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others. We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a PTA traveler and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

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.