Home Health PTA — Restore Mobility & Independence

Optum; Town of Pittsfield (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will help improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence for patients in their homes.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team, document outcomes, and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a PTA in the assigned state.
• Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• One year PTA home health experience preferred; less than a year requires mentoring/residency approval.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Document patient responses and changes in condition.
• Support wellness and prevention activities.
• Document supervisory activities in medical records.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care

Time management

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver skilled in-home physical therapy under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will help improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence for patients in their homes.

You will collaborate with patients, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team, document outcomes, and maintain confidentiality.