Physical Therapy Assistant PTA

UnitedHealth Group; Flanders (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans in home care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role includes instructing patients in exercises, monitoring progress, and coordinating with a broader care team.

The position requires active licensure, a valid driver's license, ability to work weekends, and CPR certification or timeline to obtain it. Compensation includes per-visit and hourly pay with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice physical therapy in the state of practice.
• Current driver’s license with access to a vehicle or reliable transportation.
• Availability to work a weekend rotation.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Follow state-specific laws for home care PT, work under supervising PT’s plan of care.
• Instruct and assist patients with active and passive exercises, gait, ADLs, and mobility.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment to the supervising PT and care team.
• Educate patient, family, and care team about therapy within the scope of practice.
• Function in diverse home settings with respect to all patients.

Skills

Exercise instruction

Patient care

Communication

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (state-registered)

Job description

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

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 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

Pay Range
$66,977 - $100,465 annual total cash target pay
$38.64 - $57.96 per visit point
$32.20 - $48.30 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'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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