Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $842 to $1,042 per week in Gainesville, FL

Make a real difference as a travel PTA. You will 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 Florida PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with restorative programs, transfer training, and use of gait belts and assistive devices preferred.
• Current immunizations and TB screening per facility policy required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and follow plan of care.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift Name: Days.
• Schedule: 4x8 (four 8-hour shifts per week).
• Floating: Candidate may be required to float to other facilities as needed.
• Assignment Length: 13 Week assignment.

Location Highlights

Gainesville offers access to diverse outdoor and cultural attractions within short drives. The city is home to the University of Florida campus and the Florida Museum of Natural History, both located within the city and offering cultural and educational events. Residents can reach Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park and its trails in about 10–20 minutes, and Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park is a short drive for hiking and nature viewing, supporting an outdoorsy lifestyle. Downtown Gainesville provides a walkable urban district with restaurants, live music venues, and the Hippodrome Theatre, all within a 5–15 minute commute from central neighborhoods. For travel connections, Gainesville Regional Airport offers regional flights and I-75 provides direct highway access north to Jacksonville (about 90 miles) and south to Ocala (about 40 miles), supporting both suburban and urban lifestyle preferences.

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.

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