Flexible Home-Visit PTA — Impactful Patient Care

Optum; East Walpole (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Optum, through Caretenders in home health, invites a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver treatment and exercise instruction under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving patient well‑being and adhering to the established plan of care in a home setting.

Join a team that values Caring, Connecting, Growing together, with a flexible full‑time weekday schedule, weekend rotation, and comprehensive benefits including a 401k contribution and equity stock purchase

Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Available to work a weekend rotation
• CPR certification (preferred)
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility

Responsibilities

• Following state laws governing physical therapy in home care and adhering to the supervising PT's plan of care
• Instructing and aiding patients in active and passive exercise, gait, ADL, and mobility training
• Observing and reporting patient responses to treatment and coordinating with the healthcare team
• Educating patient, family, and caregivers on therapy within the PT assistant scope
• Functioning effectively in diverse home environments

Job description

Optum, through Caretenders in home health, invites a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver treatment and exercise instruction under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving patient well‑being and adhering to the established plan of care in a home setting.

Join a team that values Caring, Connecting, Growing together, with a flexible full‑time weekday schedule, weekend rotation, and comprehensive benefits including a 401k contribution and equity stock purchase