Location: Mammoth Lakes, CA

Start Date: 06-01-2026

End Date: 08-31-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shifts: Weekdays and Saturday daytime coverage; occasional holiday and Sunday inpatient coverage (approximately 6-8 Sundays/year). 1:1 patient appointments with 45-minute appointments each hour. (Specific start/end times not provided)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $66 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 referred for physical therapy and perform appropriate tests and measurements
• Develop individualized treatment plans and set meaningful goals
• Administer physical therapy interventions and modalities appropriate to each diagnosis
• Provide 1:1 patient care with 45-minute sessions each hour to maximize progress
• Reassess and revise treatment plans at least every six weeks or sooner based on patient progress
• Document patient progress timely and accurately to support physician follow-ups and utilization review
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and ancillary departments to coordinate comprehensive care
• Share inpatient coverage responsibilities, including holidays and occasional Sundays

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the State of California (required)
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (required)
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross (required)
• Minimum of one year of PT experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with patients, peers, and physicians
• Comfortable working in both outpatient and inpatient settings

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (entry-level PT degree as required by state licensure)

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient evaluation and assessment
• Treatment planning and goal setting
• Administration of physical therapy treatments and modalities
• Thorough and timely clinical documentation
• Experience across inpatient and outpatient care environments
• Ability to motivate patients and observe progress closely
• Team collaboration and effective communication with medical staff

Benefits

• Supportive team environment that values collaboration and patient-centered care
• Travel reimbursement and assistance to make your contract comfortable
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Flexible scheduling with predictable day shifts and shared coverage
• Paid time off and professional development time to recharge and grow
• Opportunities for continuing education and skill development
• Staff mentorship and a collegial atmosphere focused on great outcomes
• Help with onboarding and local logistics to get you settled quickly

Travel Perks: Explore Mammoth Lakes, CA

Mammoth Lakes is an outdoor enthusiast's playground. Enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding at Mammoth Mountain, scenic hiking and alpine lakes in the Eastern Sierra, and natural attractions like Devil's Postpile and Hot Creek Geological Site. Take weekend trips to Yosemite (Tioga Pass access seasonally), go fishing or mountain biking, and savor the small-town mountain-town vibe with great local eateries and stunning sunrise/sunset views. Perfect for anyone who wants work-life balance with epic trails right outside the door.

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