Home Health PTA: Impactful Mobility & Recovery

Optum; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) contribution

Equity stock purchase

Recognition programs

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services in patients' homes under a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence while promoting safety and comfort at home.

Responsibilities include documenting patient responses, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, supporting wellness, and participating in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Current state license as PTA in California.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of PTA home health experience.
• If less than 1 year, approval from regional clinical leaders and mentoring/residency.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under supervising PT per plan of care.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment.
• Document supervisory activities in the medical record.
• Promote wellness and prevention for home-care patients.
• Coordinate follow-up care with the admitting agency.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and participate in quality reviews.

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Current PTA license (CA)

Current CPR certification

1+ years PTA home health experience

Approval from regional leaders for less than 1 year experience

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled services in patients' homes under a licensed Physical Therapist. You will implement individualized treatment plans aimed at improving mobility, strength, balance, and independence while promoting safety and comfort at home.

Responsibilities include documenting patient responses, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team, supporting wellness, and participating in quality improvement activities.