Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Start Date: 10-12-2025

End Date: 01-11-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (day)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 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

• Evaluate patients in their homes to create meaningful, individualized care plans
• Deliver skilled physical therapy interventions that improve mobility, safety, and independence
• Document assessments and progress thoroughly using HCHB so the whole team stays informed
• Coordinate with nurses, caregivers, and families to ensure seamless continuity of care
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and fall prevention strategies
• Manage a daily caseload of patient visits while prioritizing quality and safety
• Communicate clearly with the clinical team about changes in patient status and care needs

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (state license required) — active and in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience (home health experience preferred and highlighted)
• Home health and hospice experience strongly preferred for success in this role
• Familiarity with HCHB documentation system or strong aptitude to learn it quickly
• Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle for patient visits across the service area
• Current CPR/BLS certification as required by employer or state

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's in Physical Therapy (as applicable/licensed)

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in home health evaluation and treatment planning
• Strong documentation skills with HCHB or similar electronic charting systems
• Excellent patient education and coaching abilities
• Time management and route planning for efficient patient visit days
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Compassionate bedside manner and strong communication skills with patients and families

Benefits

• Generous travel support and reimbursement to make your assignment smooth and stress-free
• Housing assistance options so you can rest well between patient visits
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage available during the contract
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge after giving great care
• Referral bonus program — tell a friend, get rewarded
• A supportive team that values your expertise and clinical judgment
• Access to continuing education and professional development resources

Travel Perks: Explore Asheville, North Carolina

Explore the Blue Ridge Parkway and its scenic overlooks, hike in Pisgah National Forest and discover waterfalls like Looking Glass Falls, visit the iconic Biltmore Estate and its gardens, enjoy Asheville’s vibrant arts and craft beer scene, and take day trips to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Franklin and Macon County offer quiet mountain towns, fishing, and easy access to trails and outdoor recreation—perfect for weekend adventures between shifts.

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