Travel Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility - $1,512 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Newton, New Jersey.

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

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 New Jersey PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Minimum 1 year of professional skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience required.
• Experience meeting productivity expectations in SNF settings preferred (client expects PTA productivity ~93–95%).

Assignment Details

• Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift Hours: 08:30–16:30.
• Schedule: 5x8.
• May be required to follow facility float policies and work with other units as needed.
• Assignment length: 13 weeks (contract weeks as listed).

Location Highlights

Newton, NJ offers a suburban lifestyle with regional outdoor and cultural attractions. The town is within a short drive of Kittatinny Ridge and Stokes State Forest, approximately 15–30 minutes away, offering hiking and mountain biking. Newton is about 45 miles northwest of New York City and 35 miles from the Delaware Water Gap, providing commuter access and river recreation options. The town features a historic downtown district with local dining and shops, and Sussex County Fairgrounds events within minutes, fitting a quiet, small-town lifestyle with access to urban and outdoor activities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your responsiveness and commitment. A recruiter will provide additional benefit details during outreach.

• Full medical benefits and 401k matching plan available.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses and travel/license reimbursement.
• 100% paid housing options available for eligible travelers.

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. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442005. 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.