Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $842 to $1,042 per week in Paramus, NJ

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active New Jersey PTA state license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings preferred.
• Client requirement: experience providing care for geriatric and long-term care populations preferred.
• Client requirement: familiarity with documentation systems used in SNF environments preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and follow PT plan of care.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift pattern: 4x8.
• Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other local facilities as needed.

Location Highlights

Paramus, NJ offers convenient suburban living with close access to regional attractions. Paramus is approximately 20 miles from Manhattan and within a 30–45 minute drive to Newark Liberty International Airport, providing easy regional travel and commuter options. The area is adjacent to the Saddle River County Park system and within 20–30 minutes of Ramapo Mountain State Forest and the Palisades Interstate Park for hiking and outdoor recreation. Paramus features major shopping districts including the Garden State Plaza and lifestyle amenities, delivering a suburban, family-oriented fit with accessible transit routes via NJ Transit and major highways I-287 and Route 4.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package beginning on day one.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401k 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 as a PTA traveler and obtain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Contracts include full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance. Explore career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using available career tools designed for therapy professionals.

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.