Home Health PTA - Sign-On Bonus

UnitedHealth Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Kentucky is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in a home health setting. Offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and total cash compensation ranging from $55,329 to $82,993 annually, depending on productivity and visits.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, coordinating with the care team, and documenting patient progress while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of practice
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Available to work a weekend rotation
• Preferred: Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility

Responsibilities

• Follow all state laws governing home care physical therapy; perform only those procedures approved by the supervising PT; recommend changes to the plan of care to the supervising PT
• Instruct and assist patients in active and passive exercise, gait, functional ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
• Observe, record, and report patient responses; coordinate care with the healthcare team
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and other health team members in therapy within the PT assistant scope
• Function in diverse home settings regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Kentucky is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in a home health setting. Offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus and total cash compensation ranging from $55,329 to $82,993 annually, depending on productivity and visits.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, coordinating with the care team, and documenting patient progress while ensuring compliance with