Travel Physical Therapy Assistant; PTA - in Santa Maria, CA

Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Santa Maria, CA
Agency: United Health Care Staffing
Pay: $49 per hour
Shift Information: Days
Start Date: ASAP

Allied Travel Careers  is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in santa maria, California, 93454!
Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health – UHC Staffing Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health

Location: Santa Maria, CA

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Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Day); every 3rd weekend required; minor holidays as needed (flexible schedule)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour

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.

• Provide skilled physical therapy services to home health patients, focusing on mobility, functional independence, and safety
• Complete OASIS documentation accurately and promptly to meet regulatory requirements
• Use Cerner EMR for charting, care coordination, and communication with the interdisciplinary team
• Assess patient status, design and implement treatment plans, and progress interventions based on functional goals
• Collaborate with PT, OT, and Speech colleagues — and supervise rehab aides/OTAs when appropriate
• Cover an assigned geographical region, managing travel between patient homes efficiently
• Participate in orientation and continuing learning to ensure consistent, high-quality patient care

• Current PTA license/certification as required by state regulations
• BLS certification (required)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience (job listing indicates 2 years); at least 1 year experience working with PT/OT/SLP populations
• Experience with OASIS documentation (required)
• Familiarity with Cerner or similar EMR systems for clinical charting
• Home health experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work professionally in business attire with white lab coat and adhere to uniform policy
• Willingness to work every 3rd weekend and cover minor holidays as needed

• Proficient in OASIS documentation and compliance requirements
• Charting and care coordination using Cerner EMR
• Clinical assessment and treatment planning for ortho, neurological (stroke), spinal and joint rehab
• Patient safety, mobility training, fall risk assessment, and home environment adaptation
• Strong communication and teamwork across PT, OT, and Speech disciplines
• Time management and regional scheduling for efficient patient visits
• Supervision and delegation skills when working with aides or OTAs

• A predictable mostly M-F day schedule to help you recharge on evenings
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values collaboration and your expertise
• Opportunities for hands-on home health experience and clinical growth
• Professional development support and licensure assistance guidance
• Work-life friendly policies with flexible shift coverage and planned orientation
• A respectful workplace with a clear uniform policy and professional standards
• Meaningful patient impact — do rewarding work helping people recover at home
• Help navigating onboarding and charting tools like Cerner so you hit the ground running

Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Health? Let's get you moving forward!

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About United Health Care Staffing

"Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again?

At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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