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Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility

$36 per hour

United Health Care Staffing

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility – UHC Staffing

Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Watertown, MA

Start Date: 08-05-2026

End Date: 11-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Day shift

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $36 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

  • Deliver personalized therapy interventions following the PT plan of care to help patients restore mobility and function
  • Document each patient's progress and response to treatment with accuracy and compassion
  • Empower patients and families through education and customized home exercise programs
  • Keep supervising PTs informed with clear communication about patient status and progress
  • Champion safety, infection control, and compliance standards in every interaction

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active PTA license in Massachusetts or the ability to obtain one
  • Ability to follow treatment plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams

Education

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Knowledge & Skills

  • Physical therapy and therapeutic intervention techniques
  • Patient education and home exercise program instruction
  • Accurate documentation and progress tracking
  • Infection control and safety compliance
  • Clear communication and interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing PT services

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
  • 401K retirement savings plan to secure your future
  • Life Insurance for peace of mind
  • Paid Time Off to recharge and explore
  • Travel reimbursement to get you where you need to go
  • A supportive team that values YOU

Travel Perks: Explore Watertown, MA

Watertown sits along the Charles River, just minutes from Boston. Explore Arsenal Yards for shopping and dining, enjoy scenic riverfront walks, and take weekend trips to historic Boston, the North Shore beaches, or the Berkshires. There's always something new to discover in New England!

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