Travel Contract

Physical Therapist Assistant
Vestavia Hills, AL
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

$1,484/week
Posted 7 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Setting
    Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,484/week

Qualifications

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Description

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant. 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 Alabama PTA license required to start the assignment.
  • BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
  • Experience working in skilled nursing facility settings is required.
  • Experience providing restorative therapy and working with geriatric populations preferred.
  • Ability to perform 4x8 shift schedules and participate in one weekend rotation per month as part of the schedule.


Assignment Details

  • Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
  • Shift Days: Monday through Friday, with one weekend rotation per month.
  • Shift Pattern: 4x8 schedule.
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week.
  • Candidate may be required to float to other facilities within the region as needed.


Location Highlights

Vestavia Hills, AL offers suburban living with convenient access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation. The city is adjacent to Birmingham and is approximately 10–15 minutes drive to downtown Birmingham, providing access to the Birmingham Museum of Art and Regions Field. Vestavia Hills is within about 45 minutes to Oak Mountain State Park, offering hiking, mountain biking, and a lake for boating. The area features shopping and dining along Highway 31 and convenient commuting via I-65, supporting a suburban lifestyle with nearby urban and outdoor options.


Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A recruiter will provide benefit details during the application process.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join a travel PTA role to gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Opportunities include travel contracts and options for direct hire or temp-to-hire. A recruiter will follow up with specific contract details and next steps.


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.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #444277. 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

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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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Travel jobs$720–3,432/week
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About Birmingham, AL

As a travel nurse in Birmingham, AL here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Cost of living well below the national average, housing costs nearly a quarter of the price compared to the average nationwide
Weather
  • Average summer highs: 89°F, Average winter lows: 33°F
Furnished Housing
  • Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, public transportation options are available but not as extensive as in larger cities
Demographics
  • Diverse population, wide age range, potential common health issues include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity.
  • Birmingham has a large population of travel nurses
Things to Do
  • Numerous restaurants offering diverse culinary experiences, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor attractions such as Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Birmingham Zoo
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