Travel Contract

Physical Therapist Assistant – Skilled Nursing Facility
Watsonville, CA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

$1,648/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date04/13/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,648/week

Qualifications

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Description

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at a skilled nursing facility in Watsonville, CA. You will work with patients recovering from injuries or illness, helping them improve mobility and function 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 California PTA license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
  • Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
  • Client requires experience supporting mobility programs, transfers, and restorative care within a SNF environment (preferred).


Assignment Details

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


Location Highlights


Watsonville, CA offers coastal access and agricultural charm within easy reach of larger regional destinations. The city is approximately 10 miles from Monterey Bay and 5–15 minutes from local beaches such as Seacliff State Beach, offering coastal recreation and waterfront views. Watsonville sits near the Pajaro River watershed and is within a 30–45 minute drive to Santa Cruz, providing surfing, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and an urban coastal lifestyle. The area is surrounded by agricultural landscapes and farmers markets, and is about a 45–60 minute commute to downtown Monterey and scenic points along the Monterey Peninsula, fitting a coastal-suburban lifestyle with outdoor and cultural options.


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. Diversity and inclusion are valued.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #439269. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Jackson Therapy Partners

3.4rating(22 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners

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Physical Therapy Assistant (Therapy)
Review of Sarah Hunter on Dec 18, 2025
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About
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.
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Watsonville, CA

About

Watsonville may not be well known, but it's just minutes from beautiful beaches, soaring mountains and redwood forests. Located north of Monterey and south of Santa Cruz on California's central coast, it’s a well-kept secret. Since it’s primarily an agricultural area, Watsonville boasts lots of fresh produce and lots of vineyards and wineries for touring and tasting. Explore miles of scenic trails around the Wetlands of Watsonville and discover the state's last undisturbed coastal wetlands at the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve, a birdwatchers' paradise. The annual Monterey Bay Birding Festival celebrates the 100s of songbirds, raptors and waterfowl in the area, while the Watsonville Strawberry Festival attracts many to enjoy delicious food, vendors, activities and live entertainment. In the historic downtown area, enjoy independent local shops and national retailers offering an eclectic mix of old and new.

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