Location: Mount Olive, NC

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-06-2026

Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (day shift)

Hours per Week: 35

Candidate Pay Rate: $42 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

• Assist licensed physical therapists in delivering effective patient care and treatment plans
• Implement therapeutic exercises, gait training, and modalities as instructed by the therapist
• Monitor and document patient progress accurately in the medical record
• Educate patients and families on home exercises, safety, and long-term mobility strategies
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and optimize outcomes
• Ensure equipment is clean, functional, and safe for patient use
• Maintain infection control standards and a safe therapeutic environment

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility to obtain licensure in North Carolina
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Comfortable providing care in an inpatient rehabilitation/contract setting
• Ability to work the listed schedule (Sunday through Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) for the 13-week assignment
• Strong communication and documentation skills; team player attitude

Education

• Associate degree or graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in therapeutic exercise prescription and gait training techniques
• Familiarity with modalities commonly used in rehab and outpatient settings
• Proficient in patient transfers, body mechanics, and safe mobility assistance
• Basic knowledge of EMR documentation and professional clinical charting
• Understanding of HIPAA, infection control, and patient safety best practices
• Effective patient and family education skills with a compassionate approach

Benefits

• Supportive team that values YOU — work where your skills truly matter
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, help a teammate, get rewarded
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education support
• Travel reimbursement and assignment coordination for contract clinicians
• Comprehensive onboarding and a dedicated clinical liaison to set you up for success

Travel Perks: Explore Mount Olive, NC

This is a contract assignment in Mount Olive, NC — a charming small town with local flavor. Check out the Mount Olive brand heritage and local food scene, enjoy nearby outdoor options like Cliffs of the Neuse State Park for hiking and paddling, explore historic downtown Goldsboro for dining and local events, and take easy weekend trips to the beautiful North Carolina coast or larger nearby towns for museums and nightlife. Plenty of southern hospitality, local eateries, and scenic drives to make your off-duty time relaxing and fun.

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