Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

About the Role

As the Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant at Mederi Caretenders, a part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses, you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving or enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care. This role involves creating meaningful connections with patients, their families, and the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Follow all state-specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, adhering to the treatment plan set by the supervising Physical Therapist (PT).
• Perform only those procedures you are qualified and trained to perform, and make recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising PT.
• Instruct and aid patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report the patient's response to treatment and changes in condition to the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and/or physician.
• Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
• Instruct patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare team members in therapy techniques within the scope of the physical therapy assistant.
• Function effectively in any home situation, regardless of the patient's age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.

Requirements

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of practice.
• Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or reliable public transportation.
• Available to work a weekend rotation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Pay

Pay Range: $52,417 - $78,625 annual total cash target pay.

• $25.20 - $37.80 hourly rate for non-visit activities such as orientation.
• $30.24 - $45.36 per visit point for conducting visits. Per visit pay is calculated by multiplying the per visit point rate by the productivity points accrued for various types of visits. Each visit type is assigned a specific number of productivity points, inclusive of direct and indirect patient care activities.

Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity and generally follows the range above. Total cash compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay and is based on several factors, including local labor markets, education, work experience, and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution.

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.