Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,284 to $1,484 per week in Houston, TX

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Houston, TX. You will work with patients in a skilled nursing setting recovering from injury 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 Physical Therapist Assistant license required to start the assignment in Texas.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Comfort working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous travel or temp-to-perm experience preferred.
• Experience with common SNF documentation systems preferred.

Assignment Details

• 5 days per week.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We value your commitment to patient care. Benefits begin on your first day of assignment.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Join as a PTA traveler to provide consistent, high-quality care in a skilled nursing environment. This role supports patient mobility, functional independence, and safe transitions of care. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contract options to support career goals.

Location Highlights

Houston offers diverse cultural and outdoor attractions within reasonable commute times. The Museum District is home to the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Museum of Fine Arts, both within a 10–20 minute drive from central neighborhoods. Buffalo Bayou Park provides waterfront trails, kayaking access, and skyline views about 10–15 minutes from downtown. For recreation, Galveston beaches and the Seawall are approximately a 45–60 minute drive. The city features a wide range of dining districts, professional sports venues, and multiple light-rail and bus transit options for urban commuting.

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.