Location: Newport News, VA

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 05-16-2026

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (day)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 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 interventions and assist with therapeutic exercise programs to help residents regain function
• Assess patient progress and modify treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising therapist
• Document treatments accurately and timely in the facility’s clinical records
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to support patient-centered goals
• Assist with safe patient transfers, gait training, and use of assistive devices
• Maintain therapy equipment and ensure a clean, safe treatment environment
• Travel between assigned sites as scheduled and represent the facility professionally at each location

Qualifications

• Current PTA license or certification appropriate for practice in Virginia (required)
• BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Comfortable providing care across two nearby sites (split Newport News/Harmony at Oakbrooke schedule)
• Strong communication and documentation skills with attention to detail
• Team-oriented attitude and a commitment to delivering compassionate rehabilitation care

Education

• Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant or related field (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient assessment and basic therapeutic interventions
• Gait training, transfers, and safe mobility techniques
• Knowledge of modalities and assistive devices commonly used in post-acute care
• Clinical documentation and electronic health record familiarity
• Ability to prioritize caseload and collaborate with nursing and rehab staff
• Strong interpersonal skills for patient and family education

Benefits

• Flexible per diem opportunities to fit your life — pick up extra shifts when you want
• Medical, dental & vision coverage options to keep you and your family healthy
• Paid Time Off so you can actually use your vacation days and recharge
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help with renewals and fees
• Professional development support — grow your skills with continuing education
• Travel reimbursement for split-site coverage when you’re on the move
• A supportive team that values collaboration, respect, and a little humor on tough days
• Referral bonus program — bring great people and get rewarded (details provided by recruiter)

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