Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Lawrence, MA
Start Date: 01-05-2026
End Date: 04-06-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Day shift, exact start/end times and days to be confirmed by facility
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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 therapeutic procedures under the supervising therapist to help residents reach functional goals
- Implement and progress treatment plans while monitoring outcomes and communicating changes
- Educate residents and caregivers on exercises, assistive devices, and safe mobility techniques
- Document all therapeutic interactions accurately and in a timely manner to support continuity of care
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and attend relevant meetings to coordinate resident care
- Recommend and fit assistive devices and ensure residents understand their safe use
- Follow infection control and department protocols to maintain a clean, safe environment
- Contribute to program development and continuous improvement in rehabilitation services
Qualifications
- Associate degree (required)
- Active PT Assistant license (required)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
- Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform usual physical demands of the role
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Education
- Associate degree required (Physical Therapy Assistant or related field)
Knowledge & Skills
- Therapeutic procedures and treatment plan execution
- Patient education and assistive device recommendation and training
- Accurate recordkeeping and clinical documentation
- Infection control procedures and safe patient handling
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer documentation
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration, time management, and customer service
- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and analytical decision-making skills
Benefits
- Generous travel stipend and housing assistance to make your contract comfortable
- Competitive pay with timely travel reimbursements
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can keep your credentials current
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
- Referral bonus program - tell a colleague, earn rewards
- A supportive interdisciplinary team that values YOU and your professional growth
Travel Perks: Explore Lawrence, MA
This travel assignment places you in Lawrence, MA, a historic mill-city on the Merrimack River with a lively cultural scene and diverse dining options. Enjoy the Lawrence Riverwalk and Lawrence Heritage State Park for scenic strolls, explore nearby Lowell National Historical Park's industrial history, or take short trips to Newburyport and Plum Island beaches for weekend relaxation. Boston is within easy commuting distance for museums, theaters, and city life when you want a bigger adventure.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapy 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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