In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant

Optum; Mountain Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and education to enhance patient well-being under the plan of care.

Responsibilities include enforcing state home-health rules, assisting with active and passive exercises, and coordinating with the healthcare team. Weekend rotation availability is required, and CPR certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in 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: CPR certification.
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Follow state laws governing home health physical therapy and work under the supervising PT.
• Instruct and aid patients in active and passive exercises, gait, ADLs, and mobility training.
• Observe and report patient responses and changes to the care team.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families on therapy within the PTA scope.
• Ensure care delivery regardless of patient demographics.

Skills

Licensed PTA

CPR certification

Driver's license

Weekend rotation

Job description

Optum is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and education to enhance patient well-being under the plan of care.

Responsibilities include enforcing state home-health rules, assisting with active and passive exercises, and coordinating with the healthcare team. Weekend rotation availability is required, and CPR certification is preferred.