Physical Therapy Assistant

Primary Responsibilities

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate Optum's commitment to superior customer service, including quality, care and concern with each and every internal and external customer
• Consistently demonstrates technical proficiency in physical therapy treatment implementation
• Implements, progresses and adjusts the physical therapy treatment plan as appropriate to changes in patient status, and provides for the safety and well-being of the patient during the treatment session
• Explains the physical therapy procedures and equipment to patients and checks for understanding
• Determines and documents the patient's treatments and responses in the physical therapy chart and completes all documentation in an accurate, legible and timely manner
• Reports any and all changes in the patient's condition to the Physical Therapist as immediacy dictates
• Acts as Clinical Instructor (CI) and mentor to Physical Therapy Assistant students
• Maintains an on-time patient appointment schedule in accordance with established department standard for productivity
• Alters schedule to meet department of patient needs
• Maintains productivity outside of patient schedule
• Self-identifies potential unsafe systems, processes and/or situations, and reports them using the appropriate forms to the appropriate employee
• Maintains a clean, neat and safe environment for patients and staff according to company and department policies
• Affords assistance in the orientation and training of new staff members, and the development of new procedures as required
• Performs routine maintenance of clinical and non-clinical areas and equipment as needed
• Maintains professional growth within the department though participation in external continuing education courses
• Adheres to Universal Precautions at all times
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures at all times
• Uses, protects, and discloses Optum patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• Graduate of APTA-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current California Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)

Preferred Qualification

• 1+ years of experience working as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Pay and Benefits

The hourly pay for this role will range from $24.00 - $43.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).