Home Health PTA — Days, Elevate Mobility & Independence

NaviHealth; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while promoting safety and quality of life at home.

The role requires current PTA licensure, CAPTE-accredited education, and CPR certification, with at least one year of home health experience or a mentoring pathway for those with less

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduate from an accredited PTA program as CAPTE.
• One year related PTA home health experience, or approval from regional clinical leaders with mentoring/residency program.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in patients' homes.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment to the supervising PT and clinical staff.
• Document supervisory activities in the medical record and coordinate with care team.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care skills

Excellent communication

Education

Licensed PTA

Accredited PTA program (CAPTE)

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled care in patients' homes under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence while promoting safety and quality of life at home.

The role requires current PTA licensure, CAPTE-accredited education, and CPR certification, with at least one year of home health experience or a mentoring pathway for those with less