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14TH MARCH, 2025
October brings two important moments of appreciation: National Physical Therapy Month and LVN/LPN Week. At Pioneer Healthcare, we are proud to celebrate these professionals whose skill, empathy, and consistency help patients and students achieve better outcomes every day.
Nicole, a former PTA and now a Pioneer recruiter, puts it plainly:
“Look for something that makes you happy and fills your cup.”
These roles are not only growing in demand but also in responsibility, and she reminds clinicians that finding a location and team that support your mental health, professional growth, and real work–life balance is absolutely essential.
Why These Roles Matter
Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants restore mobility and function, reduce pain, and help people return to the activities that give life meaning. In schools, they support students with mobility needs so learning is more accessible. In hospitals, clinics, and home health, they shorten recovery timelines and prevent readmissions.
Licensed Vocational and Practical Nurses are the steady hands at the bedside. They perform vital assessments, administer medications, collaborate closely with RNs and providers, and deliver the everyday care that keeps patients safe and supported across settings.
Careers on the Rise
Demand for PTs, PTAs, LVNs/LPNs continues to grow as our population ages and care expands beyond hospitals into schools, outpatient clinics, and home health. More communities need reliable professionals who can step in quickly, adapt to new environments, and bring heart to the job from day one.
That is where Pioneer comes in, by connecting the right clinician to the right setting at the right time.
Our Commitment to Travelers
We know travel and contract work ask a lot, with new teams, new systems, new patient populations. As a thank-you, we’re sending appreciation gifts to our travelers this month and continuing the behind-the-scenes work that makes assignments smoother: clear communication, credential support, and a dedicated team that cares about your goals as much as your next placement.
Pioneer is dedicated to closing gaps in care across schools and healthcare facilities nationwide. Celebrating PT Month and LVN/LPN Week is one way we honor the people who make that mission real. Your work advances function, preserves dignity, and builds healthier communities.
Explore current PT, PTA, and LVN/LPN opportunities with Pioneer and find an assignment that matches your skills and goals.
If you are a school district or healthcare facility, you can partner with our team to secure dependable coverage, streamlined compliance, and support that aligns with your calendar and caseload.
