Home Health Physical Therapist - Restore Mobility & Independence

UnitedHealth Group; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to deliver skilled therapy in patients' homes, promoting mobility, strength, balance and independence. You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and a care team to support recovery and prevent hospitalizations.

The role emphasizes periodic reexaminations, discharge planning, and adapting interventions as needed. A supportive environment offers development opportunities and recognition for strong performance.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by CAPTE.
• Current license to practice physical therapy in the state you’re assigned to.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care.
• If less than 1+ years of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring or residency required.

Responsibilities

• Helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function.
• Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Home health care

Gait & balance

Patient assessment

Care plan development

Education

CAPTE-accredited program

License to practice PT

CPR certification

Experience in home health

Residency/Mentoring

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to deliver skilled therapy in patients' homes, promoting mobility, strength, balance and independence. You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and a care team to support recovery and prevent hospitalizations.

The role emphasizes periodic reexaminations, discharge planning, and adapting interventions as needed. A supportive environment offers development opportunities and recognition for strong performance.