Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,514 to $1,560 per week in Tucson, AZ

AMN Healthcare Allied

TUCSON, AZ

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$1,514–$1,560

SKILLS

8D, Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cerner, Clinical Support, Comedy, Electronic Medical Records, Fitness, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Human Health, Life Insurance, Music, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Safety, Photography, Physical Therapy, Pumps, Treatment Plan

LOCATION

TUCSON, AZ

POSTED

7 days ago

Job Description & Requirements
Physical Therapist Assistant - Acute - (PTA)
StartDate: 5/18/2026 Available Shifts: 8 D Pay Rate: $1514.00 - $1560.00

Travel Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Oro Valley, AZ let you support patient recovery in an acute inpatient rehab setting. You will assist physical therapists with treatment plans, help patients perform exercises, and document progress using Cerner EMR. Responsibilities include monitoring patient safety, collaborating with the rehab team, and providing education to patients and families. Oro Valley, AZ features scenic mountain views, hiking trails, and a welcoming community atmosphere. You can hike the Linda Vista Trail for beautiful sunrise views and a peaceful desert experience. Explore Honeybee Canyon Park to see scenic trails and ancient petroglyphs, perfect for families and nature lovers. Walk the Panorama Trails for easy paths with mountain and valley views, ideal for birdwatching and photography. Visit the Oro Valley Aquatic Center for pools, waterslides, and aquatic fitness classes. Shop at the Oro Valley Farmers Market for fresh produce, artisan goods, and live music. Attend a performance at The Gaslight Music Hall for live entertainment, including music and comedy shows. Discover local history at Steam Pump Ranch, which features exhibits, gardens, and community events. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, exclusive discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters, a clinical support team, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career support. Apply now to join this Travel Physical Therapist Assistant assignment in Oro Valley, AZ.

Required Qualifications
Physical Therapist Assistant, Acute
Experience: 2 years
Licenses: PTA(Compact Accepted)
Certifications: BLS-AHA
Weekends: 2 Weekend Days per Month
Scrub Colors: any color
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Acute Inpatient Rehab Experience

Preferred Qualifications
Cerner experience

Facility Location
Arizona’s most beautiful and most livable city is the ideal destination for healthcare professionals in search of breathtaking vistas, painted-sky sunsets and quiet escapes. With the Santa Catalina Mountains as a backdrop, and the Sonoran Desert and national forest right on its doorstep, Tucson boasts one of the most dramatic settings in the Southwest.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

Competitive pay rates
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) and Flex Spending
Life Insurance
Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
Free Continuing Education
Competitive Housing Deal
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About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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