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PTA
Location: Cockeysville, MD
Start Date: 03-18-2026
End Date: 06-17-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Day shift (specific start/end times not provided) — typical SNF daytime schedule, Monday–Friday days
Hours per Week: 32
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 under the direction of the supervising therapist to improve patient mobility and function
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a skilled nursing facility setting
- Assess patient progress and modify treatment plans to meet goals and safe discharge outcomes
- Document treatment sessions thoroughly and accurately in the patient record
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
- Educate patients and families on home programs, safety, and fall prevention to maximize independence
Qualifications
- Active or eligible PTA license for practice in Maryland
- Graduate of an accredited PTA program (or eligible to sit for licensure)
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or able to obtain
- Comfortable working in a skilled nursing facility environment
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with a care team
- New grads welcome — any level of experience considered
Knowledge & Skills
- Foundational knowledge of therapeutic exercise and modalities
- Skilled in mobility training, transfers, and fall prevention strategies
- Proficient documentation and clinical reasoning skills
- Ability to adapt treatment plans for complex geriatric conditions
- Strong teamwork and patient advocacy abilities
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
- Paid time off so you can actually use your vacation days
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your career growth
- Continuing education support to keep your skills sharp
- A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions
- Referral bonus program — bring great people, get rewarded
- Flexible scheduling to help balance life and work
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities
Travel Perks: Explore Cockeysville, MD
Explore Gunpowder Falls State Park for hiking and river views, enjoy Loch Raven Reservoir for scenic walks or fishing, and take a short drive to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for museums and dining. Nearby Towson offers local restaurants and shops for off-day relaxation and weekend outings.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a PTA? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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