Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group•Redding, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Assured Home Health, a part of LHC Group and Optum, is seeking a Physical Therapist for Home Health. This role involves completing assessments and evaluations of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on these assessments, the Physical Therapist will help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluate patient progress. The company fosters a culture of Caring, Connecting, and Growing together, offering an environment that challenges performance and provides development opportunities.

Requirements

Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of California
Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care
Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other members of the health care team
Observes and reports the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or the physician
Treats patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice
Instructs and informs participating members of the health care team, the patient, and the family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals
Visits patients according to Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC policy
Completes all patient evaluations and develops the PT plan of care within state specific guidelines
Reports outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client