Travel Physical Therapy Assistant Job
3 days ago
Fair Lawn
Job DescriptionEmbark on a rewarding journey as a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant, a role designed to amplify your impact in rehabilitation while exploring diverse clinical settings across the United States. In this specialty, your hands-on care helps patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and reclaim independence—one session at a time. Starting 01/26/2026, you’ll enter a weeks-long contract that prioritizes growth, teamwork, and measurable outcomes, with a guaranteed 35 hours per week and a competitive weekly compensation of $1,498-$1,519. This is more than a job; it’s a pathway to expand your clinical expertise, build lasting professional relationships, and contribute to meaningful patient progress in dynamic environments. New Jersey’s beauty and nautical charm are worth noting separately: the state offers rich landscapes from the shore to the hills, charming towns, historic sites, and a vibrant dining and arts scene. In Fair Lawn and the surrounding region, you’ll find welcoming communities, accessible parks, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to unwind after impactful days in the clinic. Beyond New Jersey, this travel role provides access to a wide array of locations across the U.S., giving you the chance to experience different hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and community settings while advancing your specialty. Location Benefits: • Work in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, a community with strong healthcare networks, convenient access to urban amenities, and easy travel access to the greater tri-state area., • Enjoy the benefits of a travel career that includes exposure to diverse patient populations, varied practice patterns, and the chance to refine assessment and intervention strategies across multiple settings., • Benefit from the flexibility to be deployed to other locations nationwide, expanding your professional perspective and broadening your professional network while maintaining consistent career momentum., • Take advantage of state-of-the-art facilities, collaborative teams, and opportunities to integrate evidence-based practice with compassionate care in supportive environments. Role Specifics and Benefits: • Key responsibilities: deliver high-quality physical therapy assistant services under supervision, including gait training, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, functional mobility activities, and patient education; contribute to treatment planning and progress documentation; monitor responses to therapy, adjust plans, and communicate with therapists and physicians; support discharge planning and home exercise program development; ensure safety, align with infection control protocols, and maintain accurate records., • Professional growth: expand your proficiency within the physical therapy assistant scope, collaborate with PTs and other rehabilitation professionals, and participate in mentorship and continuing education initiatives designed to elevate clinical skills and patient outcomes., • Competitive benefits: a robust compensation package with weekly pay ranging from $1,498 to $1,519; potential performance-based bonus programs; housing assistance to ease relocation and travel logistics; extension opportunities to continue contracts beyond the initial weeks; and guaranteed hours of 35 per week to support financial stability throughout your assignment., • Comprehensive support: 24/7 support while traveling with the company, dedicated travel coordinators, onboarding assistance, and real-time clinical guidance to ensure you’re never navigating challenges alone. You’ll have access to equipment, resources, and administrative backing designed to minimize downtime and maximize care delivery., • Work-life integration: flexible assignment durations with room to extend based on site needs and personal preference, enabling you to balance clinical development with exploration of new communities and experiences., • Clinical impact: you’ll play a pivotal role in restoring function and independence, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize functional outcomes and enhance patient confidence in daily activities. Company Values: Our organization is dedicated to empowering staff, recognizing that your growth fuels better patient care. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive work culture focused on professional advancement, ongoing learning, open communication, and a collaborative environment where every clinician’s voice matters. Expect transparent feedback, clear pathways for advancement, and leadership that champions your expertise and well-being as you navigate new assignments and clinical challenges. Call to Action: If you’re a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant eager to expand your repertoire, embrace new communities, and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while advancing your career, apply today. This is your opportunity to join a company that values your contribution, supports your development, and stands beside you through every step of a transformative travel experience. Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Privacy & Consent By applying, you agree to TLC Nursing’s Privacy Policy and consent to receive job-related text messages; message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. About TLC Nursing TLC Nursing is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S. ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions. Why Travelers Choose TLC • Competitive weekly pay, • Fast credentialing, • 24/7 recruiter & clinical support EEO Statement TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Powered by JazzHR oyqF2e0jKn