Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing
Location: Novato, CA
Start Date: 02-06-2026
End Date: 05-11-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $45 - $50 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
- Evaluate residents and perform skilled PTA interventions to improve mobility and function
- Implement individualized treatment plans under the direction of the supervising PT
- Provide therapeutic exercise, gait training, transfers, and balance activities
- Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care
- Educate residents and families on safe mobility, home exercise programs, and fall prevention
- Document patient progress accurately and timely in the medical record
- Participate in discharge planning and goal-setting to support successful transitions
- Maintain a safe treatment environment and follow infection control protocols
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or eligible for licensure — California license preferred
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
- Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or rehab settings preferred
- Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude
- Ability to perform patient transfers and provide hands-on care safely
- Comfortable with routine documentation and using electronic medical records
Education
- Associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
- Therapeutic exercise and functional mobility training
- Gait training, transfers, and assistive device use
- Basic therapeutic modalities and safe manual handling techniques
- Skilled observation and documentation of treatment outcomes
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and patient/family education
- Familiarity with skilled nursing facility workflows and regulations
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Paid Time Off to rest, recharge, and come back stronger
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
- Travel reimbursement to help with assignment logistics
- Comprehensive onboarding and a supportive preceptor program
- Opportunities for continuing education and career development
- A collaborative team that values your contributions and well-being
- Employee assistance resources for work-life balance
Travel Perks: Explore Novato, CA
Novato is a lovely gateway to Marin County adventures. On your days off you can explore nearby hikes on Mount Tamalpais, wander the dramatic coastline at Point Reyes National Seashore, stroll among the towering redwoods at Muir Woods, or enjoy waterfront dining and kayaking in Tomales Bay. Downtown Novato offers local shops, breweries, and farmers markets, and San Francisco is a straightforward drive when you want big-city culture, museums, and dining. Wine country (Sonoma and Napa) and scenic coastal drives are also within easy reach—plenty of weekend options to recharge and explore.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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