Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in St. Petersburg, FL

Primary Specialty: Physical Therapist Assistant

City: St. Petersburg

State: FL

Facility Type: Outpatient

Shift Name: Days

Standard Job Description:

Join a team that’s making a real difference. We’re hiring a licensed PTA to work with one of our trusted clients where you’ll support patients recovering from injuries, illnesses, or surgeries—helping them manage pain and regain movement—under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply today and a recruiter will follow up with next steps.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited educational program.
• Active State License is Required to Start the Position.
• BLS Certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
• Experience working in an outpatient therapy setting preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to follow treatment plans and document patient progress in electronic medical records.
• Ability to perform therapeutic exercise, modalities, and patient education under PT supervision.

Benefits:

• Opportunities for direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts.
• Access to relocation assistance for qualifying candidates.
• Potential for sign-on bonuses, where applicable.
• Career support via an AI-enhanced career app to assist with job matching.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Jackson Therapy Partners offers a variety of career options for physical therapist assistants including direct hire positions, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Thanks to nationwide partnerships with clients from every setting, we help therapy professionals find the perfect job including great pay, awesome benefits, relocation assistance, and even sign-on bonuses - all at no cost to you. Discover your perfect match using ProVenture, our AI enhanced career app designed just for you.

Location Highlights

St. Petersburg sits on Florida’s Gulf Coast and offers a mix of beaches, arts, and outdoor recreation. Visit waterfront parks and beaches such as Fort De Soto Park and St. Pete Beach. Explore the Dali Museum and the local arts district for galleries and events. Enjoy boating, fishing, and waterfront dining along Tampa Bay. Seasonal festivals and a temperate climate provide year-round outdoor activities.

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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