Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant – Make an Impact

Optum; Trenton (NJ); Presencial; USD 64.000 - 96.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Descripción de la vacante

UnitedHealth Group, via LHC Group, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide treatment and exercise instruction under a supervising PT in home care settings. You will follow state laws, assist with gait, mobility, transfers and exercises, observe patient responses, document progress, and coordinate care with the healthcare team.

Weekend rotation is required. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, two compensation streams (per-visit and hourly), and opportunities for professional

Formación

• Current license to practice physical therapy as a PTA in the state of practice.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation or access to public transportation.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.

Responsabilidades

• Follow the treatment plan defined by the supervising PT and comply with state laws.
• Instruct patients in active and passive exercise, gait, transfer and mobility activities.
• Observe, document and report patient responses and changes to the supervising PT and care team.
• Coordinate care with other health care team members as appropriate.
• Educate patient, family and caregiver on therapy within the PTA scope.

Conocimientos

Licensed PTA

CPR certification

Weekend availability

Descripción del empleo

UnitedHealth Group, via LHC Group, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide treatment and exercise instruction under a supervising PT in home care settings. You will follow state laws, assist with gait, mobility, transfers and exercises, observe patient responses, document progress, and coordinate care with the healthcare team.

Weekend rotation is required. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, two compensation streams (per-visit and hourly), and opportunities for professional