Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $956 to $1,156 per week in New York, NY

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant. 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 details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active NY State PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required; maintain current BLS during assignment.
• Experience working in skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings preferred.
• Experience with therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and use of assistive devices preferred.
• Ability to follow plan of care established by a licensed Physical Therapist and document skilled services accurately.
• Client requires clinicians comfortable working with geriatric populations and common SNF diagnoses including post-operative, stroke, and progressive neurological conditions.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.

Location Highlights

New York, NY offers a dynamic urban lifestyle with extensive cultural and recreational options. Central Park is within Manhattan and provides 843 acres of green space and multiple running and bike paths, while the Hudson River waterfront offers promenade access and ferry connections to neighboring boroughs. Museums such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art are accessible within 30 to 45 minutes by subway from many central neighborhoods. The city features world-class dining districts in neighborhoods like Greenwich Village and Midtown, and multiple transit options including extensive subway lines and commuter rail service to surrounding states, supporting an urban, fast-paced lifestyle with abundant entertainment and outdoor options.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting the first day, including medical benefits, 401(k) matching options, and a dedicated recruiter available 24/7 by text, phone, or email.

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

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler to gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Travel contracts support career mobility and exposure to diverse patient populations. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career tools for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

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.