Location: Sacramento, CA

Start Date: 01-05-2026

End Date: 04-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Schedule varies; 30 hours/week guaranteed — exact days and start/end times to be determined (schedule may include daytime and evening shifts as needed)

Hours per Week: 30

Candidate Pay Rate: $41 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

• Deliver skilled, compassionate patient care following physical therapist plans of care
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility re-education
• Monitor and document patient progress accurately and communicate changes to the supervising PT
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safe mobility techniques
• Collaborate with the clinical team to optimize treatment plans and support successful outcomes
• Maintain equipment, follow infection control protocols, and ensure a safe therapy environment

Qualifications

• Current or active California PTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Prior PTA experience in outpatient or similar settings preferred
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with supervising PTs

Education

• Associate Degree or diploma from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of therapeutic exercise progressions and gait training techniques
• Skill with patient assessment, documentation, and outcome tracking
• Familiarity with adaptive equipment and assistive devices
• Ability to develop and teach effective home exercise programs
• Good clinical judgment, time management, and teamwork capabilities

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your temporary move easy and stress-free
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can focus on patients, not paperwork
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• Supportive team environment with experienced PTs who mentor and collaborate
• Professional development opportunities to grow your clinical skills
• Referral bonus program to reward you for helping us build a strong team
• Dedicated recruiter support to make onboarding smooth and enjoyable

Travel Perks: Explore Sacramento, CA

This is a travel assignment in Sacramento, a lively capital city with plenty to explore on your days off. Stroll Old Sacramento’s historic waterfront and enjoy riverfront dining, visit the California State Capitol Museum and its surrounding park, or dive into the Crocker Art Museum for local and international exhibits. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the American River Parkway for biking and kayaking, nearby Folsom Lake for hiking and water activities, and easy weekend trips to Napa Valley wine country or the Sierra Nevada for mountain hikes and Lake Tahoe adventures. The city also boasts a thriving farm-to-fork dining scene and local breweries to sample after a rewarding shift.

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