Location: Northridge, CA

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Tuesday-Saturday, 8-hour day shifts (start time varies by unit; day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $67 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 and develop individualized treatment plans to restore mobility and function
• Deliver high-quality inpatient, outpatient and rehab interventions (ortho, neuro, post-surgical, trauma)
• Perform and document patient care in Cerner PowerChart with accuracy and professional detail
• Collaborate closely with OT, SLP, rehab aides and nursing to ensure cohesive care plans
• Provide skilled care for complex diagnoses including spinal cord injury, stroke and trauma
• Float to assigned areas as needed and adapt quickly to changing patient populations
• Participate in unit-specific orientation and complete required Cerner training

Qualifications

• State Physical Therapy license required (license to submit is required)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience (facility notes may consider strong inpatient clinical experience in some cases)
• Travel experience preferred; trauma experience preferred
• Comfort working across inpatient, outpatient and rehab settings
• Strong documentation skills in Cerner PowerChart

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with Cerner PowerChart EMR and electronic charting workflows
• Skilled in patient assessment, mobilization, gait training and therapeutic exercise
• Experience with orthopedic, neurological and post-surgical rehabilitation
• Ability to manage varied caseloads (inpatient up to ~13/day, outpatient up to ~9/day depending on area)
• Effective interdisciplinary communication and teamwork
• Familiarity with bedside procedures and working alongside rehab aides/OTAs

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make moving easy and stress-free
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage so you stay healthy while helping others
• 401K retirement savings plan to keep your future on track
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Continuing education support and CEU reimbursement to keep your skills sharp
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and everyone wins
• A supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise and well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Northridge, CA

Northridge sits in the San Fernando Valley with easy access to local favorites: explore the Cal State Northridge campus vibe, shop and dine at Northridge Fashion Center, hike scenic trails in nearby O'Melveny and the Santa Susana foothills, or take weekend trips to LA highlights like Griffith Park, the Getty, and the beaches of Malibu and Santa Monica. Plenty of cafes, multicultural restaurants, and community events make it a welcoming base for a travel assignment.

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