Physical Therapist Homecare Dimensions

UnitedHealth Group•Dallas, TX

8d•$71,200 - $127,200

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PT), contracted or employed through the Organization, implements standards of care for physical therapy services and follows the conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement. The PT plans and administers medically prescribed therapy for patients with injuries or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. The role ensures quality, safe care in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies. The PT delivers home-based care under a physician’s written Plan of Care, evaluates patients and their home environments, directs treatment, monitors progress, and coordinates care with physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare personnel. The role includes supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and, when physical therapy is the patient’s primary skilled service, performing care management responsibilities. The PT maintains clinical documentation and competency, participates in education and quality-improvement activities, and meets an agency productivity standard of 25–30 units per week. This position requires a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, an active unrestricted Texas PT license, CPR certification, EMR experience, and a valid Texas driver’s license with reliable transportation and required personal auto insurance. The role requires lifting and transferring patients when needed, as well as other physical capabilities described in the posting. The stated annual salary range is $71,200–$127,200 based on full-time employment. External candidates are offered a $5,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the posting’s terms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited organization.
Active, unrestricted Texas license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
Current CPR certification.
Experience working with an EMR application.
Thorough knowledge of current Physical Therapy professional standards of care and state and federal regulations.
Compliance with accepted professional standards and practices.
Ability to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly.
Valid Texas driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirements.
Tuberculosis screening and proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through laboratory confirmation, vaccination documentation, or a doctor’s diagnosis of disease.
Ability to lift and transfer patients as necessary, lift up to 50 pounds, and push or pull objects using up to 50 pounds of force.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment or machinery and to properly drive and operate a personal or company vehicle.
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally or in writing and use logical reasoning in simple and complex situations.

Nice To Haves

Excellent observation, verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, interpret varied technical, medical, and regulatory instructions, and draw valid conclusions.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other email systems.
Ability to interact productively with individuals and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services according to a physician’s written Plan of Care.
Assess and evaluate therapeutic, rehabilitative, and functional status; contribute to the total Plan of Care and evaluate the home environment.
Assess muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion, and rehabilitation potential.
Direct physical therapy treatment and determine priority therapy needs.
Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances and assistive devices.
Report patient reactions to treatment and changes in condition to the physician; obtain or receive physician orders as required.
Initiate therapy programs and instruct other personnel and caregivers in applicable therapy phases and patient goals, including through case conferences.
Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries based on goal attainment.
Participate in patient discharge planning.
Provide physical-therapy-related in-service education to agency personnel as needed and participate in required educational programs.
Participate in peer consultation.
Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants according to agency policy and state regulations every 30 days, and coordinate and evaluate their work.
Treat and re-evaluate patients at least every 30 days.
Communicate with personnel involved in patient care to promote coordinated and efficient services.
Maintain a productivity standard of 25–30 units per week.
Maintain clinical competency in physical therapy practice and theory, including required continuing education.
Perform care management for patients whose primary skilled service is physical therapy, including start-of-care documentation, preparing a written Plan of Care for a Certified Home Health Aide when applicable, physician notification, recertification reassessment, aide supervision, case conferences, care coordination, and discharge planning and documentation.
Follow agency procedures for submitting documentation and maintain point-of-care documentation levels according to agency standards.
Evaluate, fit, and adjust orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices, and train patients in their use and care.
Perform medication management in compliance with TBPTE regulations and consistent with the APTA position statement, commensurate with knowledge, experience, competency, and skills validation.
Advise and consult with patients and caregivers; recognize and report life-threatening situations and respond appropriately.
Follow the Patient’s Bill of Rights, Notice of Privacy Practices, infection-control precautions, safety guidelines, and agency policies.
Promote compliance with federal, state, and local requirements; participate in accreditation, licensing, professional recognition, performance improvement, and assigned clinical-record reviews.
Coordinate with community health personnel and the Clinical Team Manager and Clinical Team Coordinator/Scheduler, including recommending additional home health services within one business day of identifying a need.
Document communications with patients, families, physicians, other disciplines, and appropriate others.
Ensure necessary equipment, items, and services are arranged and available.
Maintain a daily patient caseload and meet attendance, punctuality, confidentiality, and timecard requirements.
Demonstrate flexibility and cooperation, communicate clearly and collaboratively, and adhere to the agency dress code.
Perform discipline-specific chart audits at least quarterly and other related duties as assigned.