Location: Grants, NM

Start Date: 03-30-2026

End Date: 06-29-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift (specific start/end times and days not provided)

Hours per Week: 35

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 high-quality physical therapy services as a PTA in a skilled nursing facility, helping residents regain mobility and independence
• Implement treatment plans developed by supervising PTs and document patient progress thoroughly
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes
• Meet facility productivity expectations and contribute to efficient, patient-centered therapy workflows
• Follow Continuum Rehabilitation Group policies and procedures to maintain safety and compliance
• Represent the facility professionally, adhering to the black-scrubs dress code and onsite presence requirements

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in good standing (state licensure required)
• 1-3 years of PTA experience (Skilled Nursing Facility experience strongly aligned with this role)
• Comfortable following CRG policies & procedures and meeting productivity expectations (92% productivity noted)
• Ability to be onsite to receive guaranteed hours and maintain reliable attendance
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary care team

Education

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program (Associate degree or certificate) or equivalent clinical training

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in implementing rehabilitation plans and therapeutic exercises for geriatric/SNF populations
• Competent documentation and charting practices for skilled nursing settings
• Good patient assessment and communication skills to engage residents and families
• Familiarity with safety, infection control, and mobility-assist techniques used in SNFs
• Ability to manage caseloads efficiently while maintaining high-quality care

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options available
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• Life Insurance to protect what matters
• 401K retirement savings plan to build your future
• Referral bonus program for recommending great teammates
• Travel reimbursement and helpful onboarding for contract clinicians

Travel Perks: Explore Grants, NM

Grants sits at the southern edge of the Rockies and is a gateway to outdoor adventure — enjoy hiking and scenic trails, explore El Malpais National Monument's volcanic landscapes, visit Cibola National Forest, and discover rich regional culture including nearby Acoma Pueblo and historic Route 66. Great for weekend road trips, photography, and getting outside between shifts.

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