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 shift)

Hours per Week: 36

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

• Assist the physical therapist in delivering high-quality patient care and rehabilitation
• Implement treatment plans under PT direction using therapeutic exercises and modalities
• Perform transfers, gait training, and functional mobility training safely and confidently
• Document patient progress clearly and timely in the electronic medical record
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team
• Provide patient and caregiver education to support home programs and safe recovery
• Float to Langdon Place of Keene as needed to support continuity of care across sites

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant certification or license (or eligible to obtain prior to start)
• BLS or CPR certification required
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced rehab environment with varied caseloads
• Ability to float between facility locations when required
• Strong communication, time management, and teamwork skills

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Completion of required clinical training and state credentialing

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in therapeutic exercise prescription and progression
• Proficient with gait training, transfers, and assistive device use
• Familiarity with common physical therapy modalities and precautions
• Comfortable with patient assessment, documentation, and outcome tracking
• Ability to educate patients and caregivers in plain, supportive language
• Team-oriented approach and adaptability when floating between units

Benefits

• Generous housing support to make your travel assignment comfortable
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings options so you can plan for the future
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you stay current
• Travel support and reimbursement for assignment-related expenses
• A supportive, collaborative team that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Keene, New Hampshire

This is a travel assignment in Keene, a charming New Hampshire college town with plenty to explore. Hike iconic Mount Monadnock for spectacular views, stroll along the Ashuelot River and local parks, and enjoy a lively downtown full of cafes, shops, and breweries. Check out Keene State College events and local arts, visit nearby Monadnock Region villages for farmers markets and antique shops, or take a weekend trip to Lake Sunapee, the ski areas at Mount Sunapee, or nearby Boston for city day trips. Seasonal festivals, friendly neighborhoods, and easy access to outdoor recreation make Keene a great place to balance work and adventure.

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