Location: Glendale, CA

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: PRN / Per Diem — schedule varies (as-needed shifts; days and exact start/end times depend on unit needs)

Candidate Pay Rate: $64 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

• Perform thorough patient evaluations to assess function, mobility, strength, and rehabilitation needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on patient goals and safety
• Deliver hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercises, and appropriate modalities to maximize outcomes
• Monitor and document patient progress accurately and timely, maintaining regulatory compliance
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, techniques, and home exercise programs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive patient care

Qualifications

• Active and current Physical Therapist (PT) license in California
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) required
• Strong clinical knowledge with excellent problem-solving and patient care skills
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork abilities
• Comfortable with timely documentation and adherence to regulatory standards
• Willingness to work PRN/per-diem shifts as needed by the facility

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent from an accredited program

Knowledge & Skills

• Physical Therapy best practices and patient evaluation techniques
• Treatment planning and implementation tailored to individual needs
• Hands-on therapeutic interventions and therapeutic exercise prescription
• Patient education methods and home exercise program development
• Clinical problem-solving and outcome-focused care
• Strong interpersonal skills for teamwork and family education
• Accurate documentation practices and regulatory compliance awareness

Benefits

• Flexible PRN scheduling so you can balance work and life
• Supportive team that values your clinical judgment and growth
• Professional development and licensure support to keep you current
• Opportunity to make meaningful impact restoring patient mobility and independence
• Collaborative interdisciplinary environment with nurses, OT, and speech therapy
• Paid time to complete required documentation within facility guidelines
• Referral bonus program to reward bringing great clinicians on board
• Employee resources for work-life balance and wellness

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