Optum · 1 week ago
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA Licensed
Marshall, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23.41/hr - $41.83/hrOptum, as part of the LHC Group, is dedicated to improving the well-being of patients and their families through meaningful connections. The Physical Therapist Assistant will perform treatments and provide exercise instruction while adhering to the established care plan, ensuring patients receive the necessary support for their recovery.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make 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, safety, and prosthetic training
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. Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
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
Qualification
Required
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
Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
Founded in 2011
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
J
Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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