Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Mount Ayr, IA. 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 Iowa PTA license required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Experience in acute care or hospital-based physical therapy preferred.
• Client requires no floating to other facilities for this assignment. (Float Required: NO)
• Ability to follow established documentation standards and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Acute care hospital.
• Shift: Days.
• Shift hours: 8-hour day.
• Start: 05/25/2026. Duration: 13-week assignment.
• Full-time status with a standard 40-hour workweek.

Location Highlights

Mount Ayr, IA offers a quiet, small-town lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation and regional attractions. The area is within driving distance of Lake Rathbun State Park, about 20 miles to the southeast, offering boating, fishing, and hiking. The town sits in southern Iowa, providing a short drive to cultural sites in nearby Clarinda and Creston, and a roughly 90-minute drive to Des Moines for expanded dining and arts options. Commuting is straightforward with regional highways connecting to state parks and agricultural landscapes, suitable for clinicians seeking a rural, community-focused assignment.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your commitment to patient care. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting the first day of the contract. Details will be provided by your recruiter.

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a PTA traveler and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth. Contracts include full-time assignments with benefits and relocation assistance. Opportunities are available in diverse settings including acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient clinics. A recruiter will provide full contract details and next steps. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.

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.