Physical Therapist Assistant - Palestine TX

UnitedHealth Group; Palestine (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Christus Homecare in Palestine, TX is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join a devoted team. You will implement treatment plans, guide patients through prescribed exercises, and educate families under the supervision of a licensed PT.

This role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within UnitedHealth Group's Optum family, while delivering compassionate care in the home setting.

Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy 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.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Follow supervising PT plan of care and state PT laws.
• Instructs patients in active and passive exercises, gait, and transfer training.
• Observe and report patient responses and changes to the plan of care to the supervising PT.
• Educate patient, family, caregiver on therapy within the PTA scope.

Skills

PT licensure

CPR certification

Driver's license

Weekend availability

Job description

Christus Homecare is hiring for a full‑time PTA to join our passionate team in Palestine, TX!

Explore opportunities with Christus Homecare, 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 Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well‑being while following the established plan of care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re‑education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training
• Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
• Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant

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, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy 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
• Available to work a weekend rotation

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility

Annual Total Cash Target Pay $52,417 - $78,625
Hourly Pay Range $25.20 - $37.80
Per Visit Point Pay Range $30.24 - $45.36

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. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.