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Physical therapy assistant

Trustaff
Fairbanks, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2025

About this job

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you'll work closely with the Physical Therapist and care team to help patients regain movement and manage pain.

PTAs often work directly with patients, assisting with patient therapies and moving equipment.

Qualifications :

  • 1-2 years recent experience in the job's primary area of care
  • Active license or appropriate accreditation in one of the 50 US states
  • Additional requirements & certifications as may be requested by the specificfacility / unit
  • An enthusiastic, adventurous spirit with a desire to help

Duties & Responsibilities

Travelers work for a limited amount of time at a particular location, providing patient care and support before moving on to their next exciting adventure.

Travel healthcare professionals are experienced caregivers who adapt quickly to change and enjoy learning new things. Take your skills on the road and explore somewhere new-all while earning a great living!

Travel nursing in Juneau, AK

Working in Alaska is on many travelers' bucket lists. From large hospitals in Anchorage and Fairbanks to small care centers in communities only be reached by plane, there are a wide range of assignments for every skill (and adventure) level.

Experience the northern lights, try dog sledding, or watch grizzly bears catch salmon at Katmai National Park. Regardless of the season, working in Alaska is an unforgettable experience.

About Trustaff

Privately owned and operated, since 2002 Trustaff has specialized in matching skilled professionals with high-paying travel nursing jobs at the best facilities across the country as one of the most well-respected travel healthcare agencies.

When you join the Trustaff family, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds : not only are our travelers some of the highest-paid in the industry, you'll enjoy premier access to thousands of jobs and unmatched personal service.

Here are the top-tier benefits you'll enjoy while traveling with Trustaff :

  • Great selection of high-paying jobs in all 50 states
  • Priority access to Trustaff-exclusive jobs
  • Weekly pay through direct deposit
  • Guaranteed weekly hours (depending on facility of choice)
  • Medical / Dental / Vision insurance - Health insurance options start at just $23 / week!
  • 401k with employer match
  • Licensure reimbursement and CEU assistance
  • Travel assistance
  • Earn great referral and completion bonuses
  • Joint Commission certified
  • Employee discounts, rewards program, birthday contests and more
  • Last updated : 2024-11-25

Salary : $23

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