Home Health Physical Therapist, Sign-On Bonus

UnitedHealth Group; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 105,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in New Jersey is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for Home Health. You will perform assessments, determine treatment plans, and deliver interventions to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall function, while coordinating with physicians and nurses.

This role offers a sign-on bonus for external candidates, full-time or PRN schedules, and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must hold valid PT licensure, CPR, a valid driver's license, and be able to work

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or 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 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

Reliable transportation

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in New Jersey is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for Home Health. You will perform assessments, determine treatment plans, and deliver interventions to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall function, while coordinating with physicians and nurses.

This role offers a sign-on bonus for external candidates, full-time or PRN schedules, and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must hold valid PT licensure, CPR, a valid driver's license, and be able to work