Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant
Yuma, AZ
Critical Connection, inc
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,662/weekOverview
- Start Date12/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Pay
Description
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to deliver hands-on care to patients recovering in a skilled nursing environment.
This role is perfect for clinicians who enjoy functional mobility, gait training, and patient interaction. New Grad PTAs welcome.
What You’ll Do
- Provide skilled PT treatments under the supervision of a PT
- Assist patients with mobility, strength, balance, and transfers
- Monitor patient response and communicate progress to PT
- Document treatments accurately and timely
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree from an accredited PTA program
- Active (or pending) state PTA license
- SNF experience preferred, not required
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Guaranteed hours
- First-day medical/dental/vision benefits
- Housing & travel stipends
- License reimbursement
- $1,200 CEU allowance
- 401(k) and disability coverage
Employer
Critical Connection, inc
This isnʼt just a job you are looking for. You are building a career. CCI can help you make your next move and help you to know when itʼs the right move.
We want to know about your career and personal goals, including what you want to achieve now and well into the future. Building solid relationships through transparency and trust with our Therapists and Nurses is the foundation of our process.
CCI gives you access to opportunities with the best healthcare organizations and private practices
throughout the United States. We understand these healthcare providers' needs and the company culture, allowing us to connect you with the right employer for your career goals, skills, and financial objectives. Submitting your profile is just the start. We meet with you to learn more about who you are, both as a healthcare professional and as a person - your dreams, your strengths, and your values. Then you can leave the travel search to us. There is no stress, no hassles, no time wasted searching multiple want ads and job placement websites - just the best opportunities for you. CCIʼs commitment to getting to know each candidate guarantees the best professional and personal fit between CCI candidates and healthcare employers. Make the connection today!
About Yuma, AZ
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Yuma, AZ here's what you should know:- Yuma's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 107°F, average lows: 74°F.
- Winter average highs: 69°F, average lows: 46°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Yuma, especially during the off-peak season.
- There are options for furnished apartments and houses.
- Yuma is car-friendly, with easy access to parking and minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on personal vehicles.
- Yuma has a diverse population with a mix of cultures.
- The age range is varied, with a significant senior population.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the desert climate.
- Yuma has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Yuma offers a variety of activities, including a wide range of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, art galleries, and shops in the historic downtown area.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as visiting parks, river beach, and fishing docks, as well as participating in festivals throughout the year.
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