Location: Meridian, Mississippi

Start Date: 08-05-2026

End Date: 11-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Day

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $50 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

• Screen, evaluate, and treat patients in a skilled nursing setting to restore function and mobility
• Develop and update individualized treatment and discharge plans of care based on each patient's needs
• Document all services accurately and in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and compliance
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehab Techs in accordance with state practice acts
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, families, and caregivers to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and regulatory standards at all times

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT, MSPT, or BSPT)
• Active Mississippi PT license or willingness to obtain one before starting
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
• Comfortable and flexible adapting to different facilities, schedules, and patient needs

Education

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT, MSPT, or BSPT)

Knowledge & Skills

• Patient evaluation and functional assessment
• Treatment planning and implementation
• Direct patient care with a focus on restoring mobility
• Accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Clear communication with patients, families, and care teams
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic healthcare environment

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfortable
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on the road
• 401K retirement savings plan to secure your future
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off to recharge and explore your new city
• Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance to simplify the process

Travel Perks: Explore Meridian, Mississippi

Explore the charm of Meridian, Mississippi! Enjoy outdoor adventures at Bonita Lakes Park with scenic trails and fishing, step back in time on the historic Dentzel Carousel at Highland Park, or immerse yourself in culture at the Meridian Museum of Art and the Jimmie Rodgers Museum. With easy weekend trips to Jackson or the Gulf Coast, there is plenty to see and do during your time off.

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