Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant — Weekend Home Health

UnitedHealth Group; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Caretenders Home Health, part of LHC Group and UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform treatments and provide exercise instruction and education under a supervising PT. The role emphasizes patient well-being within the established plan of care.

Responsibilities include assisting with exercises, observing patient responses, coordinating with the healthcare team, and educating patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice physical therapy as PTA in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance or access to dependable transportation.
• Weekend rotation availability.

Responsibilities

• Follow state-specific physical therapy laws and the supervising PT's treatment plan.
• Instruct patients in active and passive exercises, gait training, ADLs, and mobility.
• Observe and report patient progress to the supervising PT and care team.

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job description

Caretenders Home Health, part of LHC Group and UnitedHealth Group family, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to perform treatments and provide exercise instruction and education under a supervising PT. The role emphasizes patient well-being within the established plan of care.

Responsibilities include assisting with exercises, observing patient responses, coordinating with the healthcare team, and educating patients and families.