Location: Franklin, NC

Start Date: 10-12-2025

End Date: 01-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

• Perform thorough patient assessments in the home setting to establish baseline function and needs
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans that promote mobility, safety, and independence
• Document all visits and clinical progress accurately in HCHB to ensure continuity of care
• Coordinate care with nurses, aides, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, safety, and fall prevention
• Manage a typical caseload of approximately 5–6 patient visits per day while prioritizing quality and efficiency
• Communicate changes in patient status promptly and participate in care planning and discharge preparation

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience, with home health experience for therapy strongly preferred
• Home health and hospice experience is a must for this region (Franklin / Macon County)
• Active Physical Therapist license or eligible to be licensed in the state of North Carolina
• Comfortable and experienced with HCHB documentation system
• Reliable vehicle and valid driver’s license for patient visits
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for patient and family education

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred or equivalent entry-level PT degree

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in home health patient assessment and treatment planning
• Proficient with HCHB documentation workflows
• Knowledge of home safety, adaptive equipment, and discharge planning
• Ability to manage caseloads efficiently and prioritize patient needs
• Strong clinical reasoning, patient education, and care coordination skills

Benefits

• Generous housing support options for travel clinicians during your assignment
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life Insurance to protect what matters most
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge after rewarding work
• Travel reimbursement and support for your day-to-day patient visits
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to ease transitions between states
• A supportive, collaborative team that values your clinical judgment and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Franklin, NC

Based in Franklin/Macon County, you’ll be a short drive from some outstanding outdoor escapes. Explore scenic trails and waterfalls in Nantahala National Forest, cruise sections of the Blue Ridge Parkway, or take a weekend trip to Asheville for its vibrant arts scene, local dining, and the famous Biltmore Estate. Love history and culture? Visit nearby Cherokee and experience local heritage. If you’re into paddling or whitewater adventures, the Nantahala Gorge and nearby rivers offer great options. Plenty to do after your weekday visits — nature, culture, and small-town charm await.

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