Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)
Optum · Southaven, MS · 2 mo ago
Healthcare$26.6–$39.9/hrFull-time
Primary Responsibilities
- Follows all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care.
- Performs only those procedures that are qualified and trained to perform.
- Makes all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- 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.
- Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
- Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package.
- Recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401k contribution.
Pay
- Annual Total Cash Target Pay: $55,329 - $82,993
- Hourly Pay Range: $26.60 - $39.90
- Per Visit Point Pay Range: $31.92 - $47.88
Schedule
- Opportunities available PRN or Full Time.