Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Santa Monica, CA

Join a team that’s making a real difference. We’re hiring a licensed PTA to work with one of our trusted clients where you’ll support patients recovering from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries—helping them manage pain and regain movement—under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with next steps.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active California PTA license required to start the position.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience or comfort working in outpatient orthopedic settings preferred.
• Ability to provide 1:1 patient care with 60-minute evaluations and 30-minute follow-ups.
• Familiarity with WebPT or willingness to learn EMR systems. AI-assisted documentation experience is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment. Positive attitude, team-player mindset, and energy required.
• Open to new graduates and candidates relocating to the area. Relocation assistance may not be available in all cases.
• Prior experience as a PTA in outpatient ortho, pelvic floor, TMJ/vestibular, or lymphatic therapy is desirable. Certification support may be provided for pelvic floor and lymphatic certifications when required by the client.

Benefits:

• Employer may provide certification support for pelvic floor and lymphatic therapy when applicable.
• Opportunity for full-time positions in multiple Los Angeles-area locations.
• AI documentation support integrated with EMR.

Location Highlights

Discover Santa Monica and the surrounding Los Angeles area. Enjoy easy access to the Santa Monica Pier, Third Street Promenade, and a variety of beachfront activities. Take advantage of nearby hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains and Palisades Park. Dining options include coastal seafood, international cuisine, and local cafés. Cultural attractions include galleries, live music venues, and frequent community events. Commuting options include public transit, bike routes, and regional freeways for travel throughout greater Los Angeles.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for physical therapist assistants including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the perfect job including great pay, awesome benefits, relocation assistance, and even sign-on bonuses - all at no cost to you! Discover your perfect match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed just for 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.