Physical Therapy Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMorrison Bridge, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, United States
Assured 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. Our culture is built on Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve.
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.
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 a supportive environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on what it takes to succeed, while offering development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in.
You will be responsible for following state-specific laws governing physical therapy in home care and performing procedures only as defined by the supervising Physical Therapist. Your day-to-day involves instructing and aiding patients in active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait training, and safety protocols. You will observe, record, and report patient responses to treatment to the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and physician, coordinating care with the broader healthcare team. Additionally, you will instruct patients, families, and caregivers in therapy areas within your scope of practice.
Candidates who are eligible full-time applicants may be offered a sign-on bonus. The hiring process includes a drug test, as UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace; candidates are required to pass this test before beginning employment.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. We are committed to mitigating barriers to good health and ensuring equitable care. 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.
Work model: On-site
Morrison Bridge, Downtown, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon, 97204, United States
Portland, Oregon
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.