Travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,459 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Baltimore, Maryland.

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 04/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Baltimore, MD. You will work with patients recovering from injury or illness in an outpatient setting, helping them move better, feel better, and stay active under the direction 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 Maryland PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC preferred. Client may require BLS; acquire prior to start if requested.
• Minimum experience: Client requires no new graduates; prior outpatient PTA experience preferred. 32-36 hours per week experience or comparable clinical hours recommended.
• Experience providing therapeutic interventions including posture training, strengthening, endurance/cardiac training, balance, coordination, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training in an outpatient setting.
• Experience training patients in use of assistive devices and locomotion (canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs) and demonstrating proper guarding techniques.
• Familiarity with common PT modalities used in outpatient clinics such as hot/cold packs, ultrasound, TENS, paraffin, fluidotherapy, and therapeutic pool preferred.
• Ability to document patient progress, provide patient/family education, and collaborate in team conferences.
• Compliance with clinic policies, infection control, safe patient handling, and material handling required.

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Outpatient clinic.
• Duration: 13 week assignment.
• Schedule: 5x8 (five days per week, eight-hour shifts).
• Hours per week: 32-36 hours per week as indicated by client preference.
• Positions available: 1.
• Floating: May be required to split coverage between two clinic locations as directed by client.

Location Highlights

Baltimore offers a mix of urban and waterfront lifestyles with accessible cultural and outdoor options. The Inner Harbor is a central waterfront destination featuring the National Aquarium and cruise terminal, within a 10–20 minute drive from many outpatient clinics. Visit Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, located roughly 15 minutes southeast of downtown, to experience American history and waterfront views. Explore the Baltimore Museum of Art and the Walters Art Museum in the arts district, both within a 10–15 minute commute from central neighborhoods. For outdoor recreation, Cylburn Arboretum and Patterson Park provide green space within 10–25 minutes, and Baltimore’s proximity to Chesapeake Bay offers boating and waterfront trails typically 30–45 minutes away. Commuter rail and light rail service connect suburbs to downtown, supporting an urban-to-suburban lifestyle and varied transit options.

Standard Job Description

Implements treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the Physical Therapist. Assists the Physical Therapist in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet patients’ long-term goals, including posture training, strengthening exercises, endurance/cardiac training, balance and coordination exercises, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training. Trains patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices and demonstrates proper guarding techniques. Orders and instructs patients in prescribed equipment use. Demonstrates the use of modalities commonly used in outpatient clinics. Monitors patient response and intervenes as necessary. Uses equipment safely and reports malfunctioning or missing equipment. Documents patient progress and provides patient and family education. Establishes professional and ethical working relationships with patients and staff. Consults with other disciplines regarding therapy administered and projected treatment goals. Participates in team conferences and quality improvement projects. Complies with clinic policies, infection control, and safety guidelines. Displays a customer service attitude toward patients, visitors, and staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #441882. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.