Location: Burlingame, CA

Start Date: 02-06-2026

End Date: 05-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $45 - $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

• Deliver skilled physical therapy interventions under the direction of a supervising PT to improve patient mobility and function
• Perform therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, and safe patient handling with compassion and clinical skill
• Document patient status, progress, and treatment plans clearly and timely in the facility EMR
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and care staff to craft and implement individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on home programs, fall prevention, and safe mobility strategies
• Maintain equipment and ensure a safe, clean treatment environment
• Participate in team meetings, discharge planning, and continuity of care to maximize patient outcomes

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in California (or eligible for California licensure)
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working with an interdisciplinary care team
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient transfers and mobility training

Education

• Associate degree or completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid understanding of therapeutic modalities, biomechanics, and safe patient handling
• Skilled in gait training, balance training, transfers, and ADL-focused interventions
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and timely clinical documentation
• Ability to assess patient progress and modify treatment under PT guidance
• Strong observational skills and clinical reasoning
• Professional bedside manner and patient-centered communication

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your travel assignment comfy and easy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy on and off the clock
• 401K retirement savings plan so you can think long-term while enjoying today
• Life Insurance for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge and explore the area
• Travel reimbursement to cover the journey to your assignment
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional credentials
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, earn a thank-you
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Burlingame, CA

Burlingame sits on the Peninsula with easy access to San Francisco and the Peninsula’s gorgeous shoreline. Enjoy tree-lined Burlingame Avenue for boutique shopping and dining, stroll the scenic Bay Trail, or relax at nearby Coyote Point Park. Weekend adventures include quick trips to San Francisco’s museums and waterfront, wine country in Napa and Sonoma, or coastal escapes like Half Moon Bay. With San Francisco International Airport just minutes away, exploring the wider region is a breeze.

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