Travel Contract

Travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant
Abilene, TX
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,570/week

Overview

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

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,570/week

Benefits

  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus

Description

Job Summary:
A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) contractor position is available at a skilled nursing facility located in Abilene, TX. This opportunity is for an immediate start, with candidates expected to bring their license on the first day. The role involves providing rehabilitation therapy services in a fast-paced environment, serving both skilled nursing and long-term care residents.

Job Details:

  • Location: Abilene, TX
  • Specialty: Physical Therapist Assistant (SNF)
  • Schedule: Days, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week, with the possibility of working a weekend day and flexing a weekday off if needed
  • Required Qualifications: Valid license as a Physical Therapist Assistant; 2.0 years of experience; experience or clinical exposure to skilled nursing facilities is preferred; new graduates willing to learn and eager to work may be considered, preferably with SNF clinical experience during their training
  • Preferred Qualifications: SNF experience during clinicals is preferred, but not mandatory
  • EMR Type: Point Click Care (PCC)
  • Additional Information: Weekends are not required; productivity goal is 90%; typically serve 8-12 residents daily; dress code is navy blue scrubs; start date ideally within 2-3 weeks from assignment confirmed date.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

  • Private housing or generous housing allowance
  • Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
  • Competitive salaries
  • Referral bonuses
  • Travel reimbursement
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Direct deposit/free checking
  • Unlimited free CE credits
Posted Date: 2026-05-29
Cross Country Allied Job ID #1248321. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PTA - PT SNF Physical Therapist SNF.

Employer

Cross Country Allied

3.9rating(49 reviews)

5 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Allied

5.0rating

Pros

Responsive, honest, fair, speaks up for the traveler

Cons

None

Recommends working with Cross Country Allied

Anonymous
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CT Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
Review of Bekah Williams on Jun 13, 2026
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You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands-on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

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About Abilene, TX

As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Abilene, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Abilene is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
Weather
  • Abilene experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 33°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Abilene, providing convenience for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Abilene is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Abilene has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and healthcare opportunities.
Things to Do
  • Abilene offers a variety of activities including dining at Tex-Mex and Texas-style BBQ restaurants, exploring historical sites like Frontier Texas and Buffalo Gap Historic Village, visiting the Abilene Zoo, playing golf at outstanding courses, and enjoying the outdoors at places like Fort Phantom Hill.
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