Physical Therapist Weekends plus 1 Weekday

UnitedHealth Group•St. Louis, MO

4d•$85,120 - $127,680•Onsite

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The 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 role 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 position is advertised for weekends plus one weekday. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered for external candidates. The salary range is $85,120 to $127,680 annually based on full-time employment. Pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Hold a current license to practice physical therapy in the state assigned.
Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Have at least 1 year of related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care; candidates with less than 1 year require approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program.
Hold current CPR certification.
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.