<p>A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is needed for a 13-week contract at an outpatient clinic in Goldthwaite, TX. This is a straightforward allied health travel assignment with competitive hourly rates, a generous weekly stipend for traveling clinicians, and a full benefits package. The role is day-shift only, making it an attractive option for PTAs seeking predictable scheduling in a rural Texas community.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Local pay rate: $40 per hour</li> <li>Travel pay rate: $20 per hour plus $900 weekly housing/travel stipend</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends with access to an extensive corporate housing network and discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses and a rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to assist with credentialing</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week contract with an immediate start date</li> <li>Outpatient clinic setting</li> <li>8-hour day shifts — no evenings, no nights</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) state license required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of PTA clinical experience</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Goldthwaite is the county seat of Mills County in central Texas, situated in the Texas Hill Country — a region known for its rolling terrain, clear rivers, and wide-open skies. The area offers a quiet, low-cost-of-living lifestyle with easy access to outdoor recreation including hunting, fishing, and hiking. San Antonio and Austin are both within a few hours' drive, providing access to major-city amenities while you enjoy the pace of small-town Texas.</p>