Location: Great Barrington, MA

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-11-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Days: Not specified, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM day shift

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $46 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

• Assess patients’ mobility and functional status to create meaningful intervention plans
• Implement therapeutic techniques to improve strength, balance, and independence
• Collaborate closely with physical therapists, nursing staff, and families for coordinated care
• Document patient progress clearly and promptly in the medical record
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and safety strategies
• Support the facility’s rehabilitation goals and contribute to a positive patient experience

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Massachusetts or eligible for state licensure
• Graduation from an accredited PTA program
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Prior experience in outpatient, skilled nursing, or rehab settings preferred
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Valid state-required immunizations and background checks per facility policy

Education

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (required)
• Completion of state PTA licensure requirements (required)

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of therapeutic exercise, modalities, gait training, and transfers
• Comfortable with patient documentation in electronic medical records
• Ability to adapt interventions to meet individual patient goals
• Good clinical judgment, time management, and prioritization skills
• Compassionate patient-centered approach with strong interpersonal skills

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU — collaborative colleagues who have your back
• Flexible local contract — enjoy a focused assignment without long-distance travel
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time to recharge — reasonable scheduling to help you maintain balance
• Professional development opportunities to grow your clinical skills
• Comprehensive onboarding so you feel confident from day one
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, celebrate together

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