Physical Therapist Assistant - Long-Term Care

Physical Therapist Assistant - Long-Term Care

Location: Ada, OK

Start Date: 09-14-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8-hour day shifts, flexible start time between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM

Hours per Week: 40

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

• Utilize evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions and provide high-quality care.
• Provide rehabilitative and medically necessary treatment to patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Administer therapeutic procedures including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, and modalities.
• Assess patient progress and communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatments accordingly.
• Document all regulatory and clinical information in the electronic documentation system accurately.
• Participate in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, and required trainings.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on treatment plans and physical disorders.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Oklahoma
• 1+ years of PTA experience (new grads with Level II clinical experience considered)
• Long-term care or rehabilitation experience
• Current skills checklist within one year
• Strong manual therapy and therapeutic exercise skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care

Knowledge & Skills

• Manual therapy techniques
• Therapeutic exercise prescription
• Ambulation and assistive devices
• Modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation)
• Electronic documentation (e.g., EMR systems)
• Long-term care and rehabilitation settings
• Patient assessment and evaluation
• APTA and state practice guidelines

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend to make your stay comfortable
• Travel reimbursement to get you to your assignment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• 401K retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off to explore your new city
• A dedicated support team that has your back

Travel Perks: Explore Ada, OK

Located in the heart of Oklahoma, Ada offers access to beautiful natural areas like Lake Texoma and the Chickasaw National Recreation Area. Enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating on your days off, or explore the local arts scene at the Ada Arts and Heritage Center. With a welcoming community and plenty of outdoor adventures, this travel assignment is a chance to experience the best of southern Oklahoma.

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