Home Health PTA - Sign-On Bonus & Per Diem

Optum; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled home health care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility and independence in patients' homes with individualized treatments and strong coordination with caregivers.

The position offers an hourly pay range of $30.00–$45.00, a $7,500 sign-on bonus, and opportunities within a supportive interdisciplinary team committed to safe, quality care

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a physical therapy assistant (state-specific).
• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment.
• Maintains documentation in the patient’s medical record.
• Participates in care conferences and quality improvement activities.
• Makes recommendations for follow-up care in coordination with the admitting agency.

Skills

PTA license

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant to provide skilled home health care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role focuses on improving mobility and independence in patients' homes with individualized treatments and strong coordination with caregivers.

The position offers an hourly pay range of $30.00–$45.00, a $7,500 sign-on bonus, and opportunities within a supportive interdisciplinary team committed to safe, quality care