Jobs · Healthcare · North Carolina

Physical Therapist Assistant

UnitedHealth Group · Waynesville, NC · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$23.41–$41.83/hrFull-time

Primary Responsibilities

  • Follows all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care.
  • Performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
  • Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, and safety training.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Collaborates with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate to coordinate care.

Required Qualifications

  • Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in state of practice.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation.
  • Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client.
  • Available to work a weekend rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Pay and Benefits

  • The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and 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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