Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant
Meriden, CT
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$1,512/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Qualifications
- Minimum of 70%
Description
Make a real difference as a travel PTA with Jackson Therapy Partners. 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 Connecticut PTA license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification required from AHA or ARC.
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility preferred.
- Experience with geriatric rehabilitation, restorative programs, and common SNF documentation practices preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Shift name: Days.
- Shift details: Days 0830-1630.
- Assignment length: 13 weeks.
Location Highlights
Meriden, CT offers convenient access to both urban and outdoor amenities. The city sits about 10 miles from downtown New Haven and roughly 20 miles from Hartford, providing commuter access to major cultural districts and Amtrak service. Travelers may explore nearby Sleeping Giant State Park, approximately 5 miles away, offering hiking trails and panoramic views. The area is within a 1-hour drive to the Connecticut shoreline and beaches on Long Island Sound, and about 1.5 hours to the Berkshire Mountains for seasonal outdoor recreation. Meriden features suburban neighborhoods with local dining, parks, and regional shopping centers, supporting a balanced lifestyle for clinicians seeking easy access to both quiet residential areas and larger metropolitan resources.
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.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
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.
About Meriden, CT
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Meriden, CT here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living
- Average summer highs of 82°F and lows of 61°F, average winter highs of 37°F and lows of 20°F
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
- Car friendly city with limited public transportation options
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, local art galleries, live music venues, various sports facilities, and outdoor activities in nearby parks and hiking trails
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