Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing
Location: Wallingford, PA
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Day shift with weekend rotation
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $40 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
- Evaluate patients' functional abilities and create individualized treatment plans
- Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to restore mobility and independence
- Document progress thoroughly and communicate outcomes with the care team
- Collaborate with nurses, speech and occupational therapists, and physicians to optimize patient care
- Educate patients and families on safe mobility, exercise programs, and fall prevention
- Supervise and mentor therapy assistants and aides to ensure quality care
- Contribute to discharge planning to support successful transitions back to the community
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania or eligible for state licensure
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT preferred)
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred
- Strong clinical reasoning, documentation skills, and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program preferred; Master's acceptable if applicable
Knowledge & Skills
- Proficient in assessment and treatment planning for geriatric and post-acute populations
- Knowledge of therapeutic modalities, therapeutic exercise, and ADL retraining
- Familiarity with assistive devices, transfers, gait training, and fall prevention strategies
- Comfortable with electronic medical records and timely documentation
- Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills
Benefits
- Competitive pay range ($40 - $52/hr) so your skills are rewarded
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Paid time off so you can recharge and come back energized
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Professional development and continuing education support
- Referral bonus program — bring great teammates and get rewarded
- A collaborative, supportive team that values your clinical judgment and contributions
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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