Home Health PTA: Caring, Growing, Impactful Therapy

Optum; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,329 - 82,993; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to enhance patient well-being in Florida. You will be responsible for providing exercise instruction and delivering patient education while following treatment plans.

The ideal candidate will have a current license to practice physical therapy, be willing to work a weekend rotation, and be equipped to assist patients in home care settings. Join the Optum team and make a difference!

Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting and transferring patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatment and provide exercise instruction aimed at patient's well-being.
• Instruct patients in active and passive exercise, functional training, and safety.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment.
• Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient education

Exercise instruction

Ability to work with diverse populations

Coordination with healthcare team

Education

Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy

Tools

Dependable vehicle

Public transportation access

Job description

Optum is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to enhance patient well-being in Florida. You will be responsible for providing exercise instruction and delivering patient education while following treatment plans.

The ideal candidate will have a current license to practice physical therapy, be willing to work a weekend rotation, and be equipped to assist patients in home care settings. Join the Optum team and make a difference!