PT Physical Therapist Home Health

UnitedHealth Group•Darlington, SC

18d•$76,608 - $114,912•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 offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Salary ranges from $76,608 to $114,912 annually based on full-time employment. Pay depends on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. A benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution are offered subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
Hold a current physical therapy license specific to the state assigned for work.
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 physical therapy services.
Applicants with less than 1 year of experience require approval from regional clinical leaders as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program.
Have a driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
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.