Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
- Discipline: Therapy
- Start Date: 05/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Make a real difference as a travel PTA. 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 Michigan PTA license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care preferred.
- Patient care experience with geriatric populations preferred.
- Ability to perform documentation using electronic medical record systems preferred.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Skilled Nursing Facility
- Shift Name: Days
- Shift Details: Days 0830-1630
- Work Schedule: 5x8 (five days per week, eight-hour shifts)
- Meal Break: 30 minutes
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
Location Highlights
Kalamazoo offers a mix of urban and outdoor lifestyle options. Visit the Kalamazoo Nature Center and Portage Lake at Celery Flats within a 15–20 minute drive for hiking and waterfront access. Explore downtown Kalamazoo’s Crossroads District and Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, both within a short commute, for dining, galleries, and performance venues. Drive approximately 35 miles to Warren Dunes State Park for Lake Michigan beaches and sand dunes, or reach Kalamazoo River Valley Trail for multi-mile biking and walking routes. The area supports an active, suburban lifestyle with accessible commuter routes to nearby towns and regional airports within 30–45 minutes.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We value your responsiveness and commitment. A comprehensive benefits package is available starting your first day.
- 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 growth. Opportunities include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts. Use career tools and support to manage assignments in diverse settings nationwide.
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 #441831. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About 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.