Physical Therapist Assistant
Location: Lebanon, NH
Start Date: 04-13-2026
End Date: 07-11-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)
Hours per Week: 35
Candidate Pay Rate: $41 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 therapists in delivering patient-centered care and implementing treatment plans
- Carry out therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, and functional mobility practice
- Monitor and document patient progress accurately and communicate changes to the care team
- Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and safety strategies
- Prepare treatment areas and maintain equipment to ensure a safe therapy environment
- Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other staff to support timely, coordinated care
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in New Hampshire or eligible for state licensure
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current BLS/CPR certification required
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced rehab setting and delivering hands-on care
- Willingness to complete facility onboarding requirements such as background check and immunizations
Education
- Associate degree or equivalent from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in therapeutic exercise, manual handling, and gait training techniques
- Proficient with documentation in electronic medical records and outcome reporting
- Strong patient communication and education abilities
- Knowledge of transfer techniques, ADL training, and assistive device use
- Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for the future
- Life insurance and basic protection for peace of mind
- Paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and explore
- Licensure support and assistance with credentialing
- A collaborative, supportive team that values your expertise
- Opportunity to expand your clinical skills in a busy rehab setting
- Professional development and continuing education encouragement
Travel Perks: Explore Lebanon, NH
Lebanon sits in the scenic Upper Valley across the river from Hanover and Dartmouth College — perfect for post-shift walks on college green or a coffee at local cafés. Explore the Montshire Museum of Science in nearby Norwich, VT, paddle or relax at Mascoma Lake, and enjoy riverside trails along the Connecticut River. Outdoor lovers can take day trips to the White Mountains for hiking and scenic drives, or hit local cross-country and downhill ski areas in winter. Local farmers markets, craft breweries, and a lively small-town arts scene make weekends fun and full of options.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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