Location: Port Huron, MI

Start Date: 12-01-2026

End Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, day shift, with alternating weekends

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered physical therapy services across the continuum of care
• Evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and adjust goals based on progress
• Deliver hands-on interventions, therapeutic exercise programs, and patient education to maximize function
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes
• Accurately document evaluations, interventions, progress notes, and discharge plans in the medical record
• Participate in competency evaluations and required testing to maintain clinical excellence
• Support department initiatives to improve workflows, patient satisfaction, and quality metrics

Qualifications

• Current and active Physical Therapy license in Michigan (required)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Comfortable working a full-time 1.0 FTE day schedule with alternating weekends
• Willingness to complete Prime Core Competencies Exam, Prime Skills Checklist, and Prime Specialty Exam as part of onboarding
• Up-to-date immunizations and clear screenings per facility requirements (COVID-19 vaccine, MMR, TB test, Hepatitis B, Tdap, Varicella, drug screen, fit test, etc.)
• Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred or equivalent clinical education and licensure

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in patient evaluation, therapeutic exercise prescription, and manual techniques
• Familiarity with creating measurable treatment goals and tracking outcomes
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation best practices
• Ability to educate patients and families in clear, compassionate terms
• Good time management and organizational skills in a fast-paced hospital setting

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move seamless
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan with employer match to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance and disability coverage for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional standing
• Support for required competency testing and onboarding paperwork
• A collaborative, welcoming team that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Port Huron, MI

Explore the scenic Blue Water Bridge and Riverwalk, catch stunning Lake Huron sunrises and beaches, and visit the historic Fort Gratiot Lighthouse. Enjoy local museums like the Port Huron Museum and the Thomas Edison Depot Museum, savor lakeside dining and boutique shops downtown, or take a short drive across the bridge for a day trip to Sarnia, Ontario. Outdoor lovers can enjoy boating, fishing, and nearby parks for hiking and relaxation.

Hashtags

#PhysicalTherapistJobs #PortHuronMIJobs #LakeHuronJobs #HealthcareJobs #UHCTravel #UHCCareers #TravelTherapist #PhysicalTherapy #MedicalJobs