Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group • Cartersville, GA

17h • $85,120 - $127,680

About The Position

Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The Physical Therapist (PT) 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 comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements. Salary ranges from $85,120 to $127,680 annually 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.

Requirements

• Current license to practice physical therapy in the state where assigned to work.
• Graduate of a physical therapy educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
• At least 1 year of related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care, to ensure sufficient knowledge and skills to safely provide services. Those with less than 1 year of experience require approval from regional clinical leaders and appropriate mentoring and/or participation in a residency program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

• Help patients maintain, restore, and improve movement, activity, and function.
• Provide interventions and conduct reexaminations at least every 30 days.
• Modify interventions as necessary.
• Perform discharge planning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Equity stock purchase plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
• 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time