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Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA)

Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site

location_on284, South State Street, Little Rock, Big Rock Township, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72201, United States

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About the Team

Elite Home Health is a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best. This includes our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. We invite you to find a home for your career and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities.

About the Role

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you 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. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you, offering clear direction on what it takes to succeed as well as development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in.

Hiring Process

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Equal Opportunity

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. 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.

Work location

Work model: On-site

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284, South State Street, Little Rock, Big Rock Township, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72201, United States

Little Rock, Arkansas

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circlePerform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being
  • check_circleCoordinate care with other healthcare team members as appropriate
  • check_circleMake recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist
  • check_circleInstruct patients, families, and caregivers in therapy areas within the scope of practice
  • check_circleFollow state laws and established treatment plans defined by the supervising Physical Therapist
  • check_circleInstruct patients in active and passive exercises, gait training, and transfer safety
  • check_circleObserve, record, and report patient response to treatment to supervising PT and physician

Requirements

  • verifiedCurrent licensed/registered/certified to assist in physical therapy in state of practice
  • verifiedCurrent CPR certification
  • verifiedCurrent driver's license and vehicle insurance
  • verifiedAccess to dependable vehicle or public transportation
  • verifiedAvailable to work weekend rotation

Nice to Have

Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility

Benefits & Perks

check_circleIncentive and recognition programscheck_circleEquity stock purchasecheck_circle401k contribution
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Experience

Mid Level

Job Type

Full-Time

Skills Required

Physical Therapy

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Frequently asked questions about Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum

What does a Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being; coordinate care with other healthcare team members as appropriate; make recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising physical therapist; and instruct patients, families, and caregivers in therapy areas within the scope of practice.
What are the requirements for this Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) role?expand_more
Optum is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Current licensed/registered/certified to assist in physical therapy in state of practice; Current CPR certification; Current driver's license and vehicle insurance; Access to dependable vehicle or public transportation; and Available to work weekend rotation.
Where is the Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) role at Optum located?expand_more
Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum is based in 284, South State Street, Little Rock, Big Rock Township, Pulaski County, Arkansas, 72201, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Optum has listed this Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) role?expand_more
Candidates for Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) role at Optum?expand_more
Key skills for Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum include Physical Therapy; CPR Certification; Active Exercise; Passive Exercise; Muscle Re-Education; Gait Training; Functional Training; and Adl Training.
What category does the Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) role belong to?expand_more
Physical Therapist Assistant (Licensed PTA) at Optum is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
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