Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group seeks a Physical Therapist to restore function and mobility for home health and hospital-based patients. The role delivers physician-directed PT services, assesses patients, plans care, and coordinates with an interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications include CAPTE-accredited PT education, active state license, CPR, and 1+ years of PT experience or residency. Strong documentation and care coordination are essential in a dynamic, patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
• Current, unencumbered license to practice physical therapy in the assigned state.
• Driver's License and access to reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ years of experience in physical therapy; OR less than one (1) year with participation in an approved residency or mentorship program.
• 1+ years of experience in clinical assessment, documentation, and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized PT plans of care in collaboration with physicians.
• Provide skilled PT interventions and modify treatment plans based on progress and clinical needs.
• Perform ongoing reassessments, including weekly evaluations, to support care planning and physician coordination.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and communicate patient progress and condition changes.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

State PT licensure

Job description

Explore opportunities with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses. We provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Physical Therapist - HAC is responsible for helping patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance overall quality of life. This role provides skilled physical therapy services under a physician-directed plan of care, including assessment, treatment planning, intervention, and care coordination within an interdisciplinary care model.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized physical therapy plans of care in collaboration with physicians
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions and modify treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical needs
• Perform ongoing reassessments, including weekly evaluations, to support care planning and physician coordination
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and communicate patient progress and condition changes
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards

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:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (CAPTE accredited)
• Current, unencumbered license to practice physical therapy in the assigned state
• Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
• Current CPR certification
• 1+ years of experience in physical therapy; OR less than one (1) year with participation in an approved residency or mentorship program
• 1+ years of experience in clinical assessment, documentation, and care coordination

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in home health, hospital-at-home, or community-based therapy settings
• 1+ years of experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams

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. The salary for this role will range from $76,608 to $114,912 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.