Location: Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Start Date: 02-23-2026

End Date: 05-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 40-hour schedule (exact days and start/end times to be determined with the facility; outpatient clinic hours)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $70 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 patients' functional status using formal and informal testing to guide care
• Develop individualized, goal-specific treatment plans based on assessment data
• Document and submit written treatment regimes as part of the plan of care
• Update plans of care to reflect changes in patient status and co-sign PTA verbal orders as needed
• Devise and coordinate treatment schedules, including frequency and duration, with patients and clinical staff
• Provide clear education to patients, families, and caregivers about conditions, prognosis, and home programs
• Supervise and delegate tasks to Physical Therapist Assistants and aides to ensure safe, effective care
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate high-quality patient care

Qualifications

• Active Michigan Physical Therapist license (LARA) — must be active
• Current American Heart Association BLS (CPR) certification
• Physical Therapy experience required, outpatient experience required
• Completed skills checklist current to within 1 year (specialty: Physical Therapy)
• Two supervisory reference forms completed within the last two years
• Profile with work history and required documents as requested by the facility
• Permanent address outside a 100-mile radius of the facility (facility will not consider local candidates)

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessment and functional testing across musculoskeletal, neurological, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems
• Treatment planning and plan of care documentation with clear goals
• Modalities and exercise therapy to improve patient outcomes
• Patient and caregiver education to support home programs and long-term progress
• Supervision and delegation skills for PTAs and aides
• Experience with Epic EMR and accurate clinical documentation
• Strong communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to coordinate schedules and treatment frequencies effectively

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and comfortable temporary housing options
• Travel reimbursement and support to make your move smooth
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help maintain your credentials
• Paid Time Off to recharge and avoid burnout
• 401K retirement savings plan and future-focused benefits
• Referral bonus program for recommending great teammates
• A supportive team that values YOU and your professional growth
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Epic EMR training and onboarding so you can hit the ground running

Travel Perks: Explore Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Explore the natural beauty of the Great Lakes region while on assignment. Enjoy boat tours and the historic Soo Locks, scenic walks along the St. Marys River, and local dining in charming downtown Sault Ste. Marie. Weekend escapes include Tahquamenon Falls State Park for hiking and waterfalls, Lake Superior shoreline adventures, fishing and boating in summer, and excellent snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in winter. There's also quick access to the Canadian Sault Ste. Marie for a change of pace and cultural experiences.

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