Location: Rutland, VT

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; plus 2-3 weekend days (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 37

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

• Manage and optimize patient visit schedules to balance productivity and patient needs
• Perform comprehensive OASIS and physical therapy assessments, documenting psychosocial, safety and risk factors
• Develop individualized plans of care with measurable goals and logical, progressive interventions
• Deliver skilled physical therapy treatments using evidence-based therapeutic techniques
• Provide patient and caregiver education to maximize functional independence and safety
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, caregivers and other rehab team members as the patient’s care manager
• Supervise and guide PTAs, PT students and home care aides in clinical activities and documentation
• Complete timely clinical, billing and Medicare documentation (including OASIS) in accordance with agency, state and federal guidelines
• Use McKesson workflows to lock visits, complete follow-up notes and ensure accurate visit completion
• Participate in in-service trainings, quality improvement activities and peer review audits
• Engage in community outreach and marketing to promote rehab services and specialty programs
• Perform patient-related assessments and procedures such as vitals, wound care and staple/suture removal

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in Vermont or eligible for Vermont licensure
• Demonstrated competency with OASIS and Medicare documentation practices
• Experience with McKesson or similar home health EMR systems is highly desirable
• Comfort supervising PTAs, students and home care aides and providing constructive feedback
• Strong care coordination, communication and documentation skills
• Experience in home health or community-based rehab settings preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain)

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's in Physical Therapy preferred
• Relevant professional licensure required

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in patient assessment, development of plan of care and therapeutic techniques
• Proficient in clinical documentation, Medicare documentation and billing support processes
• Knowledgeable about APTA guidelines and standards of care
• Ability to perform wound care, staple/suture removal and routine clinical procedures
• Experience with care coordination, interdisciplinary communication and discharge planning
• Familiarity with quality improvement processes and in-service training delivery
• Comfort using McKesson workflows and other electronic health record systems

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy and focused on care
• Paid time off so you can recharge and enjoy Vermont’s seasons
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement for required credentials
• Travel reimbursement and support for contract-related expenses
• Generous housing stipend and temporary housing support for travel clinicians
• Professional development: CEU support and opportunities to grow your skills
• A supportive team culture that values collaboration, mentorship and work-life balance
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people to the team

Travel Perks: Explore Rutland, VT

This is a contract travel assignment in beautiful Rutland, VT. When you’re off the clock you can hit nearby Killington and Pico for skiing or mountain biking, explore the Green Mountain National Forest for hiking and fall foliage, relax at Lake Bomoseen, catch a performance at the Paramount Theatre in downtown Rutland, or enjoy local farmers markets, cideries and seasonal festivals. Outdoor adventure and charming New England towns are right at your doorstep—perfect for weekend exploring between shifts.

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