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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $22 per hour in Lanham, MD

AlliedTravelCareers, Lanham, MD, US, 20703

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Duration: Full Time

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Physical Therapy Assistant Location: Lanham, MD Agency: United Health Care Staffing Pay: $22 per hour Shift Information: Nights Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in lanham, Maryland, 20703!

Geriatric Nursing Assistant – UHC Staffing Geriatric Nursing Assistant

Location: Lanham, MD

Contract Type: Per-Diem

Shift Type: Varied/per-diem schedule, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM NOC (night shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $22 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

  • Provide compassionate daily care to geriatric residents, helping with activities of daily living
  • Assist nursing staff with patient transfers, positioning, and mobility support
  • Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to the clinical team promptly
  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care and resident interactions
  • Support a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents
  • Build warm, trusting relationships with residents and their families

Qualifications

  • Current GNA certification (or state-equivalent certification) required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification preferred or willingness to obtain
  • Comfort working night shifts and adaptable to per-diem scheduling
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening as required by facility
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach to care

Education

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Completion of an approved GNA training program

Knowledge & Skills

  • Knowledge of basic geriatric care principles and ADL assistance
  • Skillful in safe patient handling and transfer techniques
  • Good observational skills to identify changes in condition
  • Clear communication skills for collaborating with the care team and families
  • Familiarity with documentation practices in a clinical setting

Benefits

  • Flexible per-diem scheduling so you can pick shifts that fit your life
  • Supportive team environment where your compassion and skills are valued
  • Opportunities for professional development and on-the-job learning
  • License and certification assistance resources to help you stay current
  • Access to orientation and facility-specific training so you hit the ground confident
  • Paid time off options available through certain assignment programs
  • A respectful workplace focused on resident-centered care
  • Peer mentoring and a team that celebrates the wins — big and small

Apply Now

Ready to start your next adventure as a Geriatric Nursing Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!

Send your resume to or call us at today.

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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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