Physical Therapist Assistant
Walla Walla, WA
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,484/weekOverview
- Start Date06/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Qualifications
- Minimum of 70%
Description
Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant working in a Skilled Nursing Facility in Walla Walla, WA. You will assist patients recovering from injury or illness to improve mobility and function under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Apply and a recruiter will follow up with assignment details.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active Washington State PTA license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to assist with therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and ADL-focused interventions preferred.
- Client requires experience with documentation in electronic medical records and timely, accurate charting.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
Location Highlights
Walla Walla and the surrounding area offer access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions within short drives. Visit Bennington Lake for boating and fishing about 10 minutes from downtown and drive 20–30 minutes to reach hiking and camping at Blue Mountains. The city features the historic downtown Whitman Street district with galleries and restaurants within walking distance, and several vineyards and wineries located within a 10–20 minute drive offering tasting rooms and event venues. The area provides a suburban small-city lifestyle with access to regional medical centers in nearby cities and convenient driving routes to Interstate 82 for connections to the Tri-Cities and Pendleton, OR.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting your first day. Details will be provided by the recruiter.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a PTA traveler and gain flexibility, stability, and growth. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by a dedicated recruiter and career resources.
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. The employer celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
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About Walla Walla, WA
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Walla Walla, WA here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 55°F.
- Average winter highs of 40°F and lows of 30°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, and they are relatively easy to find due to the town's size.
- Car friendliness is high, as the town is not heavily congested.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The town has a relatively homogenous population with a majority of White residents.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion of the population in the 25-44 age group.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- The town offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants and wineries.
- It also has a growing arts and music community, and outdoor activities such as trail running and cycling are popular due to the picturesque surroundings.
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