Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Brawley, CA
Start Date: 01-26-2026
End Date: 04-27-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, day shift
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $28 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 skilled physical therapy assistance to long-term care residents in a SNF setting
- Assist with patient evaluations, treatment plans, mobility training, and therapeutic exercises
- Support safe transfers, gait training, and use of adaptive equipment to maximize independence
- Document patient progress accurately and timely in the facility EMR
- Collaborate with therapists, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
- Educate patients and families on home programs and safe mobility strategies
- Maintain equipment, follow infection control protocols, and uphold facility policies
Qualifications
- Active California Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to obtain one
- Experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility or long-term care environment preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Comfortable completing full-day shifts within the 7 AM to 7 PM timeframe, Monday-Friday
- Strong documentation skills and ability to communicate clearly with patients and team
- Reliable, professional, and able to handle the physical demands of patient care
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program (Associate degree or equivalent)
Knowledge & Skills
- Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercise, gait training, and transfers
- Knowledge of long-term care patient needs and SNF workflow
- Proficient with patient documentation and common EMR tasks
- Skilled in safe patient handling techniques and use of assistive devices
- Good clinical judgment, time management, and teamwork abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills for working with residents and families
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move easier
- Medical, dental & vision coverage so you can focus on patients not paperwork
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Paid time off to recharge between assignments
- Licensing and continuing education support to help you grow
- A supportive team that values your clinical input and work-life balance
- Referral bonus program for helping bring great clinicians on board
- Access to clinical resources and mentorship while on assignment
Travel Perks: Explore Brawley, CA
Brawley sits in the heart of Imperial Valley, offering easy access to outdoor desert adventures. Explore the nearby Salton Sea for birdwatching, take off-road trips at the Imperial Sand Dunes (Glamis), or enjoy scenic drives to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Local farmers markets and authentic regional eateries showcase fresh produce and border-region cuisine. Day trips to Palm Springs or Baja California are possible for a weekend escape, so you can work midweek and explore on days off.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapy Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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