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Physical Therapist - Acute Care
Location: Redwood City, California
Start Date: 06-17-2026
End Date: 09-16-2026
Contract Type: Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts with possible weekend, start times between 8:30 AM and 7:00 PM (e.g., 8:30am-5pm, 9am-5:30pm, 9:30am-6pm, 10:30am-7pm). Schedules provided in advance.
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional physical therapy to acute care patients across multiple units including med-surg, tele, ICU, and oncology
- Manage a caseload of orthopedic and total joint patients, as well as ventilated patients in the ICU
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including rehab techs and nursing staff
- Hit the ground running with minimal orientation and adapt quickly to patient needs
- Cover inpatient care with possible float to outpatient when needed
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist in California
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience
- Experience with ortho, total joints, ICU, and ventilated patients
- Ability to work independently and handle a diverse patient population
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficiency in Cerner EMR
- Strong clinical skills in acute care, orthopedics, and ICU
- Experience with oncology, cardiology, and med-surg patients
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Adaptability to fast-paced environment
Benefits
- Work with a supportive multidisciplinary team in a collaborative environment
- Access to Cerner EMR for efficient documentation
- Opportunity to work with diverse patient populations including ortho, ICU, and cardiology
- Flexible scheduling with schedules made a month or more in advance
- Professional growth in acute care setting with varied cases
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Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist - Acute Care? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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