Heal at Home: Physical Therapy Assistant

UnitedHealth Group; Dupont (CO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's At Home Healthcare branch is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education under a supervising PT. The role focuses on improving patient well-being and following the established plan of care in a home health setting.

Responsibilities include applying therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, coordinating with the care team, and educating patients and families.

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.
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Follow state PT practice laws and plan of care under supervising PT.
• Instruct and assist patients with active and passive exercises and gait training.
• Observe and report patient responses and coordinate care with the health team.
• Educate patient and caregiver on therapy activities within the scope of PTAs.
• Adapt to home environments and diverse patient needs.

Skills

Licensed PTA assistant

Weekend availability

Valid driver's license

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's At Home Healthcare branch is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education under a supervising PT. The role focuses on improving patient well-being and following the established plan of care in a home health setting.

Responsibilities include applying therapeutic exercises, monitoring progress, coordinating with the care team, and educating patients and families.