Location: Shelby, Mississippi

Start Date: 08-21-2026

End Date: 11-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $36 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

• Deliver physical therapy interventions following the PT plan of care
• Document patient progress and responses to treatment accurately
• Assist with patient education and home exercise programs to support long-term success
• Communicate patient status and progress to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and compliance standards in every interaction

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Active Mississippi state PTA license (or ability to obtain one before start)
• Ability to follow treatment plans and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
• New graduates are encouraged to apply - we value your fresh perspective and enthusiasm!

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Physical therapy interventions under licensed PT supervision
• Treatment plan implementation and modification
• Clinical documentation and patient progress tracking
• Patient education and home exercise instruction
• Safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and clear communication

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• Housing stipend to help make your travel assignment comfortable
• Travel reimbursement for getting you to your assignment
• 401K retirement savings plan
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement
• A supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Shelby, Mississippi

While you're on assignment in Shelby, Mississippi, take time to soak up the Delta's unique culture! Explore blues heritage at the B.B. King Museum in nearby Indianola, visit the Delta Blues Museum in Clarksdale, or enjoy outdoor adventures along the Mississippi River and Great River Road. Don't miss the local Southern dining and the charm of this close-knit community.

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