Location: Glendale, CA

Candidate Pay Rate: $60.2 - $60.2 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

• Implement physical therapy treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist to help patients regain mobility and function
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions focusing on mobility, gait training, strength, balance, and functional activities
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and functional mobility tasks to promote independence
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress or concerns to the supervising PT
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of treatment sessions and patient progress
• Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech therapists, nursing staff, and other care team members to deliver coordinated care
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety techniques, and mobility strategies to support home readiness
• Follow facility policies, state regulations, and professional standards to maintain a safe, compliant practice environment

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of California
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or post-acute care setting preferred
• Strong patient care and clinical skills with a focus on geriatric populations
• Effective communication and time-management abilities
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of mobility, gait training, strength and balance interventions
• Skilled in safe patient handling and transfer techniques
• Proficient in clinical documentation and progress note accuracy
• Ability to assess patient response and adjust care communications to the supervising PT
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and coordinating care
• Patient education skills to teach exercises, safety practices, and functional strategies

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy and seeing clearly
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off so you can recharge and be your best for patients
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Dedicated recruiter support and transparent communication throughout your assignment
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Flexible employment options to fit your life, including full-time, contract, and PRN
• A collaborative, supportive rehab team that values your expertise and input

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