Physical Therapist - Santa Fe, NM

Optum; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 82,048 - 123,072; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401(k) contribution

Job summary

At Home Healthcare, part of LHC Group, seeks a Physical Therapist to provide home health services in Santa Fe, NM. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement a Plan of Care, and coordinate with physicians and nurses to ensure optimal outcomes.

The role requires a current Physical Therapy license in the state of practice and a valid driver’s license with access to reliable transportation. CPR certification is preferred or can be completed within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• CPR certification preferred or able to complete within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs; assists physician in care plan.
• Provides therapy within scope of practice and in coordination with health care team.
• Observes and reports patient responses and changes to supervising nurse/physician.
• Treats patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain maximum functioning.
• Instructs patient and family on plan of care, limitations, and progress toward goals.
• Visits patients per Plan of Treatment and documents progress notes.
• Completes evaluations and develops the PT plan of care per state guidelines.
• Reports outcomes and projected frequency of care.

Skills

PT licensure

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist – Home Health at At Home Healthcare, part of LHC Group.

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
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Required Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

Compensation

• $82,048 - $123,072 annual total cash target pay
• $39.45 - $59.17 per visit point
• $47.34 - $71.00 hourly rate

Annual total cash compensation for this role assumes full‑time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. This role receives two types of compensation depending on the work being performed. When conducting visits, you will be paid per visit point rate compensation. Your per visit pay will be calculated by multiplying your per visit point rate by the productivity points you accrue for various types of visits. Each type of visit is assigned a certain number of productivity points that is inclusive of “direct” and “indirect” patient care activities. Visits are assigned based on patient and business needs. The number of visits performed each week will vary based on individual productivity targets and the productivity points assigned to the visits performed. You will be paid your hourly rate for certain non‑visit activities such as orientation. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your pay, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, 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 find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package
• Recognition programs
• Equity Stock Purchase
• 401(k) contribution
• Other benefits subject to eligibility requirements

EEO Statement

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.