Home Health Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group•Hawthorne, NY

12d•$97,888 - $146,832

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Home Health Physical Therapist provides skilled physical therapy services to patients in their homes to promote mobility, restore function, improve strength and balance, and enhance safety and independence. The PT works collaboratively with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life in the home setting. The territory is Middle to Lower Westchester County. The employer offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. The annual salary range is $97,888 to $146,832 based on full-time employment. Pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are equal opportunity employers and drug-free workplaces.

Requirements

Graduate from a physical therapy educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Hold a current physical therapy license specific to the state assigned.
Hold current CPR certification.
Have at least 1 year of related physical therapy experience when entering home health care to ensure sufficient knowledge and skills to safely provide services.
For candidates with less than 1 year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required, along with appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program.
Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Help patients maintain, restore, and improve movement, activity, and function.
Provide interventions, conduct reexaminations at least every 30 days, modify interventions as necessary, and perform discharge planning.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Collaborate with patients, caregivers, and an interdisciplinary care team to support recovery, prevent hospitalizations, and improve quality of life in the home setting.