Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,612 to $1,812 per week in Bakersfield, CA

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Jackson Therapy Partners to find a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Bakersfield, California, 93306!

Make a real difference as a travel PTA with Jackson Therapy Partners! You’ll 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 State License is Required to Start the Assignment
• BLS Certification May Be Required from AHA or ARC

• Experience in an inpatient rehabilitation hospital setting.

Assignment Details

• Schedule includes Monday through Friday.
• Weekend coverage required 1-2 times per month.

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

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.

• Weekly, On-Time Pay because that's how it should be
• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan
• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email
• Competitive Referral Bonuses
• 100% Paid Housing Available
• Travel & 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.

Location Highlights

Bakersfield offers access to both outdoor recreation and city amenities in California’s southern Central Valley. The Kern River Parkway Trail runs for more than 30 miles through the city, and Wind Wolves Preserve sits about 30 miles south with hiking, wildlife viewing, and open grasslands. Sequoia National Forest is roughly 70 miles northeast for mountain day trips, and downtown Bakersfield includes the Fox Theater and the Kern County Museum for arts and local history. The city also provides access to Meadows Field Airport and is about 2 hours from Los Angeles, which supports weekend travel and broader entertainment options.

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.