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Physical Therapist Assistant – UHC Staffing

Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Alameda, CA

Start Date: 08-31-2026

End Date: 01-09-2027

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

  • Help patients regain strength and mobility through personalized therapeutic exercises and activities
  • Implement and adjust treatment plans developed by licensed Physical Therapists to meet each patient's goals
  • Document patient progress accurately and communicate updates to the rehab team
  • Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safe mobility techniques
  • Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and physicians to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care

Qualifications

  • Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in California
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Experience in acute care, skilled nursing, or outpatient rehab is a plus
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

Knowledge & Skills

  • Therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation techniques
  • Patient assessment and progress documentation
  • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
  • Effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Time management and adaptability in a fast-paced hospital setting
  • Compassionate, patient-first attitude

Benefits

  • Housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfortable
  • Travel reimbursement to get you to Alameda and back
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance options
  • 401K retirement savings plan
  • Licensure assistance and reimbursement
  • A supportive team that values your contribution

Travel Perks: Explore Alameda, CA

Alameda is a charming island city across the bay from San Francisco. Spend your days off strolling along Crown Memorial State Beach, exploring the historic USS Hornet Museum, or biking through the quaint streets of the Gold Coast. Downtown Alameda offers unique shops and waterfront dining, and the ferry makes it a breeze to explore San Francisco's attractions on weekends.

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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