Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility
Location: Natick, MA
Start Date: 12-08-2025
End Date: 03-09-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Day shift (typical daytime hours; exact start/end times to be confirmed with hiring team)
Hours per Week: 40
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
- Evaluate resident function and develop personalized PT treatment plans
- Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve mobility and independence
- Document patient progress clearly and timely in the facility EMR
- Collaborate with nursing and rehab team members to optimize resident outcomes
- Educate residents and families on home programs and safe mobility strategies
- Monitor and modify plans of care based on progress and clinical changes
- Promote a safe environment by following infection control and facility policies
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) — Massachusetts licensure or ability to obtain prior to start
- New grads welcome — any experience level considered, including recent graduates
- Current BLS/CPR certification (or obtain upon hire as required by facility)
- Comfort working in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting; SNF experience a plus
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within an interdisciplinary team
Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred; equivalent PT degree acceptable. New grads are welcome to apply.
Knowledge & Skills
- Clinical assessment and treatment planning for geriatric and post-acute populations
- Therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and mobility assistance
- Skilled documentation practices and familiarity with facility EMR systems
- Knowledge of Medicare/SNF regulations and restorative care principles
- Ability to prioritize caseloads and adapt treatment to each resident's goals
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to help you settle in quickly
- Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can focus on care, not paperwork
- Travel reimbursement to ease the commute and moving costs
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Overtime pay available for those who want extra hours
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend and both win
- A supportive interdisciplinary team that truly values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Natick, MA
Natick is a great base for both relaxed days and big-city weekends. Stroll and shop at the Natick Mall and downtown Natick’s boutiques and eateries, paddle or picnic at nearby Lake Cochituate (Cochituate State Park), and explore local walking trails. Love trails and historic sites? Borderland State Park and Elm Bank Reservation are close for hiking and outdoor time. When you crave urban culture, Boston is about a 20–30 minute drive for museums, theater, and culinary adventures—perfect for weekend trips.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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