Physical Therapy Assistant

Taleo; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group’s Optum Health Rehabilitation Services is hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant for Parrish Medical Center and Parrish Healthcare in Florida. The role focuses on administering PT modalities under a PT, guiding patient recovery and functional restoration in an inpatient setting, with potential float to outpatient care as needed.

Responsibilities include hands-on treatments, department operations, and cross-location support.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree (AS) in Physical Therapy Assisting.
• Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license required before start date.
• Driver's License and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Administering modalities as directed by a Physical Therapist.
• Administer treatments and physical agents.
• Participate in operational aspects of the department.
• Assist in other locations as needed.

Education

Associate Degree (AS) in Physical Therapy Assisting

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Physical Therapy Assistant (2375696)

Physical Therapy Assistant - 2375696

Explore opportunities with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're dedicated to crafting and delivering innovative hospital and pharmacy solutions for better patient outcomes across the entire continuum of care. With CPS, you'll work alongside our team of more than 2,500 pharmacy professionals, technology experts, and industry leaders to drive superior financial, clinical, and operational performance for health systems nationwide. Ready to help shape the future of pharmacy and hospital solutions? Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As a full time, nonexempt Physical Therapy Assistant with Optum Health Rehabilitation Services team at Parrish Medical Center and Parrish Healthcare, you will be responsible for administering Physical Therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. You will also administer treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the PT has first evaluated the patient and assisted with restoration of patient functionality to prevent disability following injury, disease of physical disability. You will be helping patients to reach their maximum performance and level of function while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Physical Therapist Assistants participate in operational aspects of the department, maintain performance improvement activities within the department, and participate in CQI.

Schedule: This full time, nonexempt position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week in an Inpatient setting. Position may float to outpatient setting as needed
About the Facility: Parrish Medical Center (PMC) is a public, not-for-profit acute care healing hospital with 210 beds located on the Space Coast of Florida. PMC is a nationally recognized industry leader having earned a number of prestigious recognitions, including Modern Healthcare Magazine's Top 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare and Spirit of Excellence Awards, America's #1 Healing Hospital for three consecutive years, HealthGrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award, Hospital of Choice Award, National Spirit of Women Premier Hospital, and more Joint Commission disease-specific Gold Seal certifications for quality than all but one other hospital in Florida
About the Rehabilitation Department: Department core hours are Monday-Sunday from 8:00am-4:300pm and as needed to support acute care hospital rehab staff

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administering modalities as directed by a Physical Therapist
• Administer treatments and physical agents
• Participate in operational aspects of the department
• Assist in other locations as needed

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:

• Associate Degree (AS) in Physical Therapy Assisting
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Florida prior to start date
• Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years experience

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 hourly pay for this role will range from $24.00 to $43.00 per hour 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 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.

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