Job description
Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: Fresno, California
Start Date: 09-08-2026
End Date: 10-31-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Day shift, Monday-Friday, shift options: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, or 8:00 AM-4:30 PM, with on-call one weekend per month
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $43 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 physical therapy treatments to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and activities to improve mobility and function
- Document patient progress and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
- Educate patients and their families on treatment plans and home exercise programs
Qualifications
- Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in California
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of physical therapy techniques and modalities
- Excellent patient care and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong documentation and time management skills
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you settle in
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid Time Off to recharge and explore
- Travel reimbursement for your journey
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Referral bonus program for bringing friends
- A supportive team that values your contributions
Travel Perks: Explore Fresno, California
Explore the great outdoors with easy access to Yosemite National Park, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, and the Sierra Nevada mountains. Enjoy local wineries, farmers markets, and the vibrant Fresno arts scene.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist Assistant? 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.