Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract

Jackson Therapy Partners
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Job Details

  • Location: Vail, AZ, 85641
  • Date Posted: 2026-04-27
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Physical Therapist Assistants
  • Req Number: 442984
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Description

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


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 outpatient orthopedic or sports-focused settings preferred.
  • Familiarity with therapeutic exercise programs, manual therapy techniques, and therapeutic modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation preferred.
  • Ability to follow treatment plans developed by a licensed Physical Therapist and document progress according to clinic protocols.
  • Customer-service orientation and effective communication skills for interacting with patients and interdisciplinary teams.

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.
  • 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.


Assignment Details

  • Primary Specialty: Physical Therapist Assistant.
  • Facility Type: Outpatient.
  • Shift Name: Days.
  • Start Date: May 26 (start date provided by client).
  • Client requests coverage of either 1 PT or 1 PTA as indicated in order notes.


Location Highlights


Vail, AZ offers access to outdoor recreation and small-town amenities. The area is within driving distance of Grand Canyon National Park, approximately 90 to 130 miles depending on route, and is about 20 minutes from Patagonia Lake State Park for boating and fishing. The town provides a rural, quiet lifestyle with easy access to hiking trails like the Red Rock Trail system and birdwatching at nearby Sonoita Creek, and it is roughly a 45- to 60-minute drive to larger regional centers for dining and shopping.


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.