Physical Therapy Assistant

Optum; Bay St. Louis (MS); On-site; USD 52,417 - 78,625; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Recognition programs

401(k) contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. This role involves improving patient well-being through treatment and education while adhering to the established care plan.

Responsibilities include instructing patients, coordinating care with healthcare teams, and effectively performing specified procedures. This position requires a valid license and vehicle, along with the ability to work weekends. A competitive pay range is offered, depending on performance and patient care activities.

Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified in physical therapy in the state of practice.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, dependable vehicle access.

Responsibilities

• Follow state laws and assist the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and aid patients in various therapeutic exercises.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatments.
• Coordinate care within the health care team.

Skills

Certified in physical therapy assistance

Patient education

Active and passive exercise instruction

Effective communication

Job description

The Physical Therapist Assistant will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving the patient's well‑being while following the established plan of care.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, perform only those procedures that you are qualified and trained to perform, and make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and aid patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re‑education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report to the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition; coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instruct patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in therapy areas within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.
• Function effectively in any home situation regardless of client age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Required Qualifications

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Pay Range

$52,417 - $78,625 annual total cash target pay
$30.24 - $45.36 per visit point
$25.20 - $37.80 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 factors such as local labor markets, education, and work experience; it 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 401(k) 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.

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.