Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $74 per hour in Oakland, CA

Company: United Health Care Staffing
Location: Emeryville
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

Physical Therapist Location: Oakland, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $74 per hour Shift Information: Days - 5 days Contract Duration: 13 Days Start Date: 3/2/2026 About the Position Physical Therapist - Home Health – UHC Staffing Physical Therapist - Home Health Location: Oakland, CA Start Date: 03-02-2026 End Date: 06-01-2026 Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type: Saturday-Wednesday, day shift (typical patient-visit hours during daytime; exact start/end times vary), 40 hours/week Hours per Week: 40 Candidate Pay Rate: $74 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 Prioritize and complete Start of Care visits promptly to ensure patients receive timely assessments Supervise and mentor Physical Therapy Assistants to deliver high-quality home health care Report Start of Care visits the next day and maintain open communication with your supervisor and intake Complete clinical documentation (Kinnser) within 48 hours of each visit to keep patient records current Manage a patient caseload that averages 8 hours of visits per day while maintaining quality outcomes Use issued tools (iPad, Verizon One Talk) effectively to coordinate care and document visits Qualifications Active CA PT License (required) Minimum 1 year of Home Health experience (required) Experience with Start of Care visits and OASIS documentation Comfort supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and collaborating with clinical teams Familiarity with Kinnser or similar home-health documentation systems preferred Knowledge & Skills Strong clinical documentation skills and working knowledge of OASIS Ability to prioritize and conduct efficient Start of Care visits Time management and caseload planning for community-based care Clear communication with supervisors, intake, and interdisciplinary teams Competence using mobile devices and telephony tools for field documentation and communication Benefits Comprehensive 3-day onboarding (one in-house day two field days) so you hit the ground running Equipment provided — iPad and Verizon One Talk to help you stay connected on the road Mileage, parking and toll reimbursement to cover travel between patients (details provided during onboarding) Company car option available for patient visits Workable, predictable schedule averaging 8 hours/day and 40 hours/week Clinical supervision and clear communication channels with intake and office teams Meaningful work with autonomy to supervise PTAs and manage patient care in the community Opportunity to grow your territory across Solano County Travel Perks: Explore Oakland, CA This contract role is based in Oakland with coverage in Solano County — a great base for Bay Area exploration. Enjoy Lake Merritt for relaxing walks or birdwatching, explore the dining and waterfront scene at Jack London Square, and check out art and exhibits at the Oakland Museum of California. Outdoor fans can hike Redwood Regional Park or head to Point Pinole Regional Shoreline for bay views and trails. For weekend trips, you’re a short drive or BART ride from San Francisco, and close enough to Napa and Sonoma for winery day trips. Suisun City, Benicia and Vallejo are nearby for charming historic downtowns and waterfront strolls. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Physical Therapist - Home Health? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume to or call us at today. Hashtags PhysicalTherapistJobs HomeHealthPT OaklandCAJobs SolanoCounty TravelPT UHCCareers HealthcareJobs PTJobs Kinnser HomeHealthCareers

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