Dynamic Home Health Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Home Health, part of LHC Group, within the UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in home health settings. You will develop treatment plans, perform interventions, and monitor progress to enhance patient well-being.

Responsibilities include evaluating functional status, coordinating with the care team, documenting progress, and complying with state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Preferred: CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and needs; assists in the therapy plan of care.
• Provides PT services within scope of practice and plan of care with the health care team.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment and changes in condition.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum functioning.
• Instructs patient and family about plan of care, limitations, and progress toward goals.
• Visits patients per Plan of Treatment and submits progress notes.
• Completes evaluations and develops PT plan within state guidelines.
• Reports outcomes and anticipated frequency of care.
• Ability to work in home settings regardless of age, race, or other factors.

Skills

Driver's license

Reliable transportation

CPR certification (preferred)

Education

Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice

Job description

CHRISTUS Home Health, part of LHC Group, within the UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess and treat patients in home health settings. You will develop treatment plans, perform interventions, and monitor progress to enhance patient well-being.

Responsibilities include evaluating functional status, coordinating with the care team, documenting progress, and complying with state guidelines.