Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 11/30/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Physical Therapist Assistant, Skilled Nursing Facility. The position supports physical therapy treatment for patients across the lifespan under the direction of a physical therapist. Responsibilities include assisting with therapeutic exercises, mobility activities, balance training, patient transfers, family education, and maintaining an organized treatment environment.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week; possible weekend shifts.
- Required Qualifications:
- One year of physical therapist assistant experience
- Long-term care or rehabilitation experience
- Physical therapist assistant license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Missouri state licensure
- Additional Information:
- Implement components of patient care and obtain treatment-related data.
- Collaborate with the physical therapist to modify care as necessary.
- Assist patients with stretching, strengthening, balance training, and other therapeutic activities.
- Support patient transfers from wheelchairs or walkers to the treatment area.
- Communicate with families regarding appropriate at-home techniques.
- Maintain a clean and organized physical therapy area.
- Complete administrative tasks, including appointment scheduling and paperwork.
- Submission materials include a resume or work history, a skills checklist completed within one year of submission, references, license verification, and certifications.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1349761. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA - PT SNF Physical Therapist SNF.
About Cross Country Allied
You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus