Travel Physical Therapy Assistant

Overview

Step into a rewarding journey as a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in the Physical Therapy Assistant specialty, with a focused assignment in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, starting 01/26/2026. This opportunity is designed for driven clinicians who want to elevate patient outcomes while exploring diverse clinical settings. As you bring hands‑on care, patient education, and compassionate support to each session, you’ll expand your expertise across sites and patient populations.

You’ll work as part of a dynamic team that values your judgment, your growth, and your impact, reinforcing a culture where every treatment plan is a step toward greater independence and improved function. Imagine applying evidence‑based techniques to help clients regain mobility, reduce pain, and reclaim daily activities—while you expand your own professional horizon in a state renowned for its rich medical communities, innovative facilities, and collaborative care models.

This role offers a pathway to develop specialized skills within the Physical Therapy Assistant discipline while contributing meaningfully to patients’ lives.

New Jersey is a gateway to remarkable experiences and opportunities. In Fair Lawn, you’ll enjoy a suburban ambiance with convenient access to top‑tier medical facilities, parks, and community resources that support holistic care. The opportunity also opens the door to assignments at varied sites across the United States, enabling you to broaden clinical exposure, refine treatment approaches, and cultivate adaptive practice in multiple settings.

Whether you’re collaborating with skilled therapists in outpatient clinics, rehab centers, or hospital‑based programs, you’ll gain exposure to diverse case mixes, treatment modalities, and interprofessional teamwork. And beyond the professional benefits, you’ll be positioned to explore a state celebrated for its coastline, wooded trails, and vibrant city life within reach. New Jersey’s blend of historic towns, cultural landmarks, and family‑friendly neighborhoods provides a backdrop that makes your professional journey and personal interests equally rewarding.

You’ll provide high‑quality PTA support under the supervision of licensed therapists, assist with patient evaluation planning, execute therapeutic interventions, monitor responses to treatment, and document progress with precise, compliant records. You’ll manage modalities, therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional activities designed to restore strength, flexibility, and independence. The role emphasizes collaboration—sharing insights with PTs and other clinicians to optimize care plans and outcomes.

You’ll have the opportunity for professional growth through mentorship, continuing education alignment, and exposure to specialty areas within physical therapy, including orthopedics, neuromuscular rehab, and geriatrics.

Our compensation package reflects competitive weekly pay between $1,452 and $1,535, with guaranteed hours of 35 per week. The assignment provides a meaningful bonus structure, housing assistance, and the potential for extension opportunities, offering continuity as you demonstrate your value across sites. To support your travel and well‑being, you’ll have 24/7 company‑backed assistance, ensuring you’re never navigating schedules, housing, or clinical demands alone.

This comprehensive support framework is designed to remove barriers and keep you focused on delivering patient‑centered care at every step.

Note:

The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

EEO Statement

TLC Nursing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.