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Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site

location_onCanal Street Neutral Ground, Storyville, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 70112, United States

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About the Team

Ochsner Home Health of New Orleans is a proud 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 mission extends to 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 here and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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. You will work within an environment designed to challenge you, offering clear direction on what it takes to succeed while providing development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in. Your work will involve following established plans of care and collaborating with the broader healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient support.

Hiring Process

Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all team members.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

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. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes.

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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Canal Street Neutral Ground, Storyville, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 70112, United States

New Orleans, Louisiana

Key Responsibilities

  • check_circlePerform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being
  • check_circleCoordinate care with other members of the healthcare team 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 supervising PT's treatment plan for all procedures
  • 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 physicians

Requirements

  • verifiedCurrent licensed/registered/certified to assist in physical therapy in state of practice
  • verifiedCurrent CPR certification
  • verifiedCurrent driver's license and vehicle insurance
  • verifiedAvailable to work a 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 purchase plancheck_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 - PTA at Optum

What does a Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA at Optum do?expand_more
In this Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA at Optum role, you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being; coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team 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 - 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; and Available to work a weekend rotation.
Where is the Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA role at Optum located?expand_more
Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA at Optum is based in Canal Street Neutral Ground, Storyville, New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, 70112, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Optum has listed this Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA role?expand_more
Candidates for Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA at Optum should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA role at Optum?expand_more
Key skills for Physical Therapist Assistant - 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 - PTA role belong to?expand_more
Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA at Optum is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
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