Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,453 to $1,653 per week in Arlington, MA

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 Massachusetts PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC required prior to start.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Demonstrated competency with restorative nursing programs, transfers, gait training, and therapeutic exercise preferred.
• Ability to document accurately in electronic medical records. Experience with common SNF documentation systems preferred.
• Current immunizations and ability to complete facility onboarding and background checks as required.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Shift Details: Days 0800-1630.
• Work Days: Sunday through Saturday availability required per facility schedule.
• Assignment Length: 14 weeks.
• Float: Candidate may be required to float to other facility units as needed.

Location Highlights

Arlington, MA offers convenient access to outdoor recreation and urban amenities. The Mystic River Reservation and Spy Pond are within a short drive or bike ride, and the Minuteman Bikeway connects to Cambridge and Bedford within 10–20 minutes by bike or car. Arlington is 6 miles northwest of Boston, providing commuter rail and MBTA bus connections with typical commute times to downtown Boston under 30 minutes. History and culture are nearby at the Jason Russell House and the Arlington Center dining district, offering a suburban lifestyle with easy access to city attractions, parks, and waterfronts along the Charles River.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

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

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via 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.

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