Physical Therapy Assistant

Optum; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in Torrance, CA. You will provide clinical care under the treatment plan, document patient progress, and support mentorship of PTA students in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

The role emphasizes safety, excellent patient communication, and adherence to professional standards and policies while contributing to the Quadruple Aim within a diverse, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Graduate of APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current California Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross).
• 1+ years of experience working as a Physical Therapy Assistant (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills demonstrating Optum’s commitment to superior customer service.
• Implements, progresses and adjusts the physical therapy treatment plan as appropriate to changes in patient status.
• Explains the physical therapy procedures and equipment to patients and checks for understanding.
• Documents the patient’s treatments and responses in the physical therapy chart and completes all documentation.
• Reports changes in the patient’s condition to the Physical Therapist as immediacy dictates.
• Acts as Clinical Instructor (CI) and mentor to Physical Therapy Assistant students.
• Maintains an on-time patient appointment schedule and productivity; adjusts schedule to meet department needs.
• Maintains a clean, neat and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new staff and development of new procedures.

Education

Graduate of APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current California Physical Therapy Assistant license

Job description

Optum CA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in Torrance, CA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position in this function is responsible for performing physical therapy patient care not requiring constant supervision of technical details in accordance with the treatment plan. Performs and applies a variety of physical therapy procedures and modalities to a variety of patients within compliance of the State of California Physical Therapy Practice Act, the APTA Code of Ethics and Optum policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate Optum’s commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care and concern with each and every internal and external customer
• Consistently demonstrates technical proficiency in physical therapy treatment implementation
• Implements, progresses and adjusts the physical therapy treatment plan as appropriate to changes in patient status, and provides for the safety and well-being of the patient during the treatment session
• Explains the physical therapy procedures and equipment to patients and checks for understanding
• Documents the patient’s treatments and responses in the physical therapy chart and completes all documentation in an accurate, legible and timely manner
• Reports any and all changes in the patient’s condition to the Physical Therapist as immediacy dictates
• Acts as Clinical Instructor (CI) and mentor to Physical Therapy Assistant students
• Maintains an on-time patient appointment schedule in accordance with established department standard for productivity Alters schedule to meet department of patient needs. Maintains productivity outside of patient schedule
• Self-identifies potential unsafe systems, processes and/or situations, and reports them using the appropriate forms to the appropriate employee
• Maintains a clean, neat and safe environment for patients and staff according to company and department policies
• Assists in the orientation and training of new staff members, and the development of new procedures as required
• Performs routine maintenance of clinical and non-clinical areas and equipment as needed
• Maintains professional growth within the department though participation in external continuing education courses
• Adheres to Universal Precautions at all times
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures at all times
• Uses, protects, and discloses Optum patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards

The pay range for this role is $35 - $43 hourly (depending on experience). 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:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• Graduate of APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current California Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

Preferred Qualification:

• 1+ years of experience working as a Physical Therapy Assistant