Physical Therapist

UnitedHealth Group • Hayward, CA

18d • $106,400 - $159,600

About The Position

The Physical Therapist – HAC helps patients restore function, improve mobility, and enhance their quality of life. The role provides skilled physical therapy services under a physician-directed plan of care, including patient assessment, treatment planning, interventions, and care coordination within an interdisciplinary care model. The position is with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, providing home health, hospice, and community-based services.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered license to practice physical therapy in the assigned state.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (CAPTE accredited).
• At least 1 year of physical therapy experience, or less than 1 year with participation in an approved residency or mentorship program.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of experience in clinical assessment, documentation, and care coordination.
• Driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience in home health, hospital-at-home, or community-based therapy settings.
• At least 1 year of experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized physical therapy plans of care in collaboration with physicians.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions and modify treatment plans based on patient progress and clinical needs.
• Perform ongoing reassessments, including weekly evaluations, to support care planning and physician coordination.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and communicate patient progress and changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in compliance with clinical, regulatory, and documentation standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Incentive and recognition programs.
• Equity stock purchase plan, subject to eligibility requirements.
• 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time