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Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Optum · Hammond, LA · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$55k–$83k/yrPart-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.
  • Follows the established plan of care as defined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
  • Aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, and safety training.
  • Trains patients, family, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team in areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.
  • Observes, records, and reports to the supervising Physical Therapist, nurse supervisor, and/or physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
  • Collaborates with 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 Qualification

  • Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.

Pay

Pay Range: $55,329 - $82,993 annual total cash target pay
Hourly rate: $26.60 - $39.90
Per visit point rate: $31.92 - $47.88

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

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