Location: Sacramento, CA

Start Date: 01-06-2026

End Date: 04-07-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Schedule to be confirmed; 30 hours per week guaranteed, exact days and start/end times to be provided (day shifts likely)

Hours per Week: 30

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

• Deliver hands-on physical therapy treatments and assist with therapeutic exercises
• Implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist
• Monitor and document patient progress accurately and promptly
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and use of assistive devices
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safety strategies
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Maintain treatment areas and equipment in a clean, safe, and functional condition
• Advocate for patient-centered care and help achieve meaningful functional gains

Qualifications

• Active California Physical Therapist Assistant license required
• Graduated from an accredited PTA program
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred or must obtain upon hire
• Clinical experience as a PTA is preferred; enthusiasm and strong clinical skills required
• Valid identification and ability to complete required onboarding and background checks

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of therapeutic techniques and restorative interventions
• Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and team members
• Good clinical judgment, time management, and prioritization skills
• Comfort working in a fast-paced healthcare environment and adapting to change

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make relocation easy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage so you can take care of yourself and your family
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• Travel reimbursement and help with assignment logistics
• A supportive team that values your clinical judgment and growth
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates on board
• Professional development opportunities and access to continuing education resources

Travel Perks: Explore Sacramento, CA

Explore the California state capital with visits to the State Capitol Museum and Old Sacramento waterfront, enjoy riverfront trails and outdoor recreation along the American River Parkway, sample farm-to-fork dining and local breweries, and take weekend getaways to nearby Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe, or San Francisco for sightseeing and hiking.

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