Home Health PTA: Impactful Care & Growth

UnitedHealth Group; Bellaire (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled home health care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence in patients' homes.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to promote safety and recovery, while maintaining thorough documentation and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Current license to practice as a PTA, specific to the state you're assigned to work in.
• Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
• One year related physical therapy experience for PTAs entering home health care; if less than one year, regional mentoring/approval required

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment.
• Maintains documentation in patient records.
• Participates in care conferences and QA activities.
• Monitors patient progress and coordinates follow-up care with agencies.

Skills

Driver's license

CPR certification

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Current PTA license (state-specific)

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled home health care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence in patients' homes.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to promote safety and recovery, while maintaining thorough documentation and quality of care.