Location: Keene, New Hampshire

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-18-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 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 skilled physical therapy interventions to help patients improve mobility and function
• Implement treatment plans under the direction of the supervising physical therapist with compassion and clinical precision
• Document patient progress and communicate changes clearly to the care team
• Assist with gait training, therapeutic exercises, and use of adaptive equipment to maximize independence
• Educate patients and families on home programs and safety to support ongoing recovery
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and facility staff to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
• Float to Langdon Place of Keene as needed to support continuity of services across sites

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in the state of practice or ability to obtain licensure prior to start
• Completion of an accredited PTA program and current certification or licensure documentation
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
• Experience working with adult or geriatric populations preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced clinical environment

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in therapeutic exercise, gait training, and assistive device instruction
• Skilled documentation and familiarity with standard electronic medical records
• Knowledge of safety, infection control, and patient-handling techniques
• Ability to adapt treatments to individual patient goals and functional levels
• Comfort floating between nearby facilities and quickly integrating into established teams

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to help you feel at home while on contract
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can focus on care, not paperwork
• Guaranteed minimum hours (35 hrs/week) for predictable income during your contract
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and earn rewards
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your expertise
• Access to continuing education resources to grow your career

Travel Perks: Explore Keene, New Hampshire

Keene is a charming New Hampshire hub nestled near outdoor escapes. Spend weekends hiking Mount Monadnock, exploring local parks and riverside trails, or strolling Keene’s friendly downtown with independent shops, coffee spots, and local eateries. Seasonal festivals, farmers markets, and easy drives to nearby scenic towns make this a great area for work-life balance and quick weekend adventures.

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