Location: Lancaster, PA

Start Date: 01-19-2026

End Date: 04-18-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days not specified, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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

• Assess patients' mobility, strength, balance, and functional needs using evidence-based evaluations
• Develop individualized treatment plans that restore independence and improve quality of life
• Deliver hands-on therapy and therapeutic exercise programs with compassion and clinical expertise
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans to achieve safe, measurable outcomes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members — nurses, OT, SLP, and physicians — to coordinate care
• Educate patients and families on home programs, safety strategies, and discharge planning
• Document progress clearly and timely in the facility’s medical record system

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania or eligible to obtain state licensure
• Current BLS/CPR certification (or willing to obtain prior to start)
• Comfort working in skilled nursing / rehab settings; prior experience in inpatient rehab or SNF preferred
• Strong clinical reasoning, patient-centered communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and adapt to a fast-paced environment

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s in Physical Therapy (or equivalent professional degree)

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and balance interventions
• Familiarity with mobility aids, assistive devices, and safe patient handling
• Competent with documentation and electronic health record systems
• Good patient and family education techniques, with a focus on functional outcomes
• Strong time management, prioritization, and teamwork abilities

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so paperwork is one less thing to worry about
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Referral bonus program — share the love and get rewarded
• A supportive, collaborative rehab team that values your clinical judgment
• Quick credentialing and onboarding so you can start making an impact fast

Travel Perks: Explore Lancaster, PA

Lancaster is a delightful mix of small-town charm and big experiences. Explore Lancaster County’s famous Amish Country, take a scenic ride on the Strasburg Railroad, and browse fresh local produce and artisan goods at Lancaster Central Market. Catch a family-friendly show at Sight & Sound Theatres or enjoy a day at Dutch Wonderland. For quick weekend road trips, Hershey and its attractions are nearby, and Philadelphia is an easy drive for city sightseeing and dining.

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