Home Health Physical Therapist — Caring, Restoring Function

UnitedHealth Group; Preston (CT); On-site; USD 47,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Physical Therapist for Home Health to evaluate patients, determine treatment plans, and implement interventions to improve mobility and well-being in a home setting.

The role requires current PT licensure, CPR certification, and reliable transportation to visit patients in their homes. You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a dependable vehicle or reliable public transportation.
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient’s functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
• Observes and reports the patient’s response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice
• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals
• Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy
• Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines
• Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care

Skills

Physical therapy licensure

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Physical Therapist for Home Health to evaluate patients, determine treatment plans, and implement interventions to improve mobility and well-being in a home setting.

The role requires current PT licensure, CPR certification, and reliable transportation to visit patients in their homes. You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.