Job description
Physical Therapist - Acute Care
Location: Owosso, Michigan
Start Date: 09-07-2026
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Days, 7:30 AM start, 80 hours per pay period, weekend rotation required
Hours per Week: 40
Bill Rate: $75,000 - $110,000/year
Benefits
- $75,000 - $110,000 annually
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
- 401K
- paid time off
- flexible spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
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
- Assess patients to determine their rehabilitation needs and develop personalized treatment plans
- Plan and implement evidence-based treatment programs that help patients regain function and independence
- Document patient progress accurately to ensure continuity of care
- Delegate and supervise physical therapist assistants and support staff to deliver high-quality care
- Coordinate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize recovery
- Serve as a clinical instructor and mentor for PT and PTA students, shaping the next generation of therapists
- Educate patients and families on their condition, treatment, and preventive strategies for long-term wellness
- Apply a wide range of treatment modalities tailored to each patient's age, condition, and goals
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited university with a degree in Physical Therapy (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate) that meets Michigan licensure requirements
- Eligible for licensure in the state of Michigan
- Successful completion of all fieldwork placements
- Demonstrated competency in physical therapy principles and techniques
- Field experience in physical therapy
Education
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
Knowledge & Skills
- Physical therapy principles and techniques
- Patient assessment and treatment planning
- Documentation and record-keeping
- Delegation and supervision of support staff
- Patient and family education
- Clinical instruction and mentorship
- Age-specific care from birth through geriatrics
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Proficiency with modern office, computer, and telephone equipment
Benefits
- Generous $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Agency placement fee: 18%
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid time off to recharge and balance work and life
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Comprehensive health care coverage
- Free parking and discounts at hospital Café, Gift Shop and area businesses
Apply Now
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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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.