Physical Therapist Assistant (Marshall)

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As the Physical Therapist Assistant in Marshall, you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving and enhancing the patient’s well-being while following the established plan of care.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for following all state-specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, following the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT, performing only those procedures qualified and trained to perform, and making 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, coordinating care with 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.

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction on success, as well as development for other roles of interest.

Required Qualifications:

• Current, licensed, registered, or certified to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the 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 Qualifications:

• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Compensation and Benefits: Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment, in compliance with all applicable minimum wage laws. In addition to your pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, with all benefits subject to eligibility requirements.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace, and candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

• Job Category: Administrative