Home Health Physical Therapist — Restore Mobility & Independence

UnitedHealth Group; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Atriinity Home Health, part of LHC Group, seeks a Physical Therapist to assess patient needs in home health, evaluate mobility and pain, and design treatment plans to improve well-being. The role requires valid PT licensure and a driver’s license, with CPR preferred.

The position offers full-time hours, a mix of per-visit and hourly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package, with the opportunity to impact patients and families directly in their homes.

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 physical therapy needs; assists in development of the therapy plan of care.
• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws and the plan of care, in coordination with the health care team.
• Observes and reports patient response to treatment and changes to supervising nurse or physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning.
• Instructs patient and family/caregivers regarding plan of care, limitations, and progress toward goals.
• Visits patients per Plan of Treatment; completes progress notes and submits per policy.
• Completes patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state guidelines.
• Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated frequency of care.
• Function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Skills

Current Physical Therapy licensure

Driver's license

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Atriinity Home Health, part of LHC Group, seeks a Physical Therapist to assess patient needs in home health, evaluate mobility and pain, and design treatment plans to improve well-being. The role requires valid PT licensure and a driver’s license, with CPR preferred.

The position offers full-time hours, a mix of per-visit and hourly pay, and a comprehensive benefits package, with the opportunity to impact patients and families directly in their homes.