Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group; Boston (MA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Caretenders division in Boston is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for Home Health. You will perform assessments, determine treatment plans, and deliver interventions to improve mobility and overall well‑being while coordinating with the care team.

The role emphasizes patient education, progress documentation, and adherence to state guidelines. A sign-on bonus of $15,000 is offered for external candidates, with flexible payout options.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or reliable transportation.
• Ability to serve diverse patient populations with respect and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and needs; assists in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Provides PT services within scope of practice and plan of care.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatment to the supervising clinician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain and restore function to maximum levels.
• Instructs patients, families and care team about plan of care and progress toward goals.
• Completes visits and progress notes per policy; documents outcomes and frequency of care.

Skills

Physical Therapy licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license & vehicle

Patient population communication

Job description

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates

We offer a competitive sign-on bonus with flexible payout options, designed to meet individual needs. Payout structure and eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Explore opportunities with Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will be completing assessments and evaluations of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment and evaluation, you will work to help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluate the patient's progress.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
• Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
• Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician
• Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice
• Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals
• Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy
• Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines
• Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Annual Target Pay - $104,840 - $157,259
Hourly Pay Range - $50.40 - $75.61
Per Visit Point Pay Range - $60.48 - $90.73

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.