Physical Therapy Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onNorth Kanawha Street, Sprague, Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia, 25801, United States
About the Team
Princeton Community Home Health - Beckley is 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., fostering meaningful connections between our team members, patients, families, and the communities we serve.
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 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.
Your day will involve following state-specific laws and the established plan of care defined by the supervising Physical Therapist. You will instruct and aid patients in active and passive exercises, muscle re-education, gait training, and functional activities. A key part of your role is observing, recording, and reporting patient responses to treatment to the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and physician, while coordinating care with other healthcare team members. You will also educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy within your scope of practice, functioning effectively in any home situation regardless of the client's background or condition.
Hiring Process
Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. We are committed to a fair hiring process where qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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 and improves health outcomes. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background and strive to remove barriers that disproportionately affect people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes.
Work location
Work model: On-site
North Kanawha Street, Sprague, Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia, 25801, United States
Beckley, West Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being
- check_circleMake recommendations for plan of care changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
- check_circleFollow state laws and established treatment plans defined by the supervising PT
- check_circleInstruct patients in active and passive exercises, gait training, and transfer safety
- check_circleObserve, record, and report patient response to treatment to the supervising PT
- check_circleCoordinate care with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members
- check_circleEducate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy procedures within scope
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in physical therapy in state of practice
- verifiedCurrent driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
- verifiedAvailable to work a weekend rotation
- verifiedCurrent CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Nice to Have
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.
Benefits & Perks
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Frequently asked questions about Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum
What does a Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum do?expand_more
In this Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum role, you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being; make recommendations for plan of care changes to the supervising physical therapist; follow state laws and established treatment plans defined by the supervising pt; and instruct patients in active and passive exercises, gait training, and transfer safety.
What are the requirements for this Physical Therapy Assistant role?expand_more
Optum is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in 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; and Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
Where is the Physical Therapy Assistant role at Optum located?expand_more
Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum is based in North Kanawha Street, Sprague, Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia, 25801, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Physical Therapy Assistant job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Optum has listed this Physical Therapy Assistant role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Physical Therapy Assistant role?expand_more
Candidates for Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Physical Therapy Assistant role at Optum?expand_more
Key skills for Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum include Physical Therapy; CPR Certification; Driver's License; Vehicle Insurance; Active Exercise; Passive Exercise; Muscle Re-Education; and Gait Training.
What category does the Physical Therapy Assistant role belong to?expand_more
Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.