Senior Living Physical Therapy Assistant

UnitedHealth Group•Oak Ridge, TN

5d•$55,329 - $82,993

About The Position

As part of LHC Group, an Optum family of businesses, the Senior Living Physical Therapy Assistant provides age-appropriate services to adult and geriatric patients under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role assists with carrying out treatment plans for individuals and groups, supervises treatment delivered by PTA students or technicians, provides patient and family instruction, participates in performance improvement programs, and documents services according to facility and department policies and procedures. This position involves direct patient care. The PTA works with patients in home situations and uses equipment and safe treatment techniques while following the patient’s medical regimen and relevant precautions. The role also involves maintaining equipment records and reporting equipment problems. A weekend rotation is required. The position offers visit-point and hourly compensation, with annual total cash target pay of $55,329–$82,993, a per-visit-point rate of $31.92–$47.88, and an hourly rate of $26.60–$39.90. Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment of 40 hours per week at full productivity. Compensation varies based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, productivity, and performance. Benefits mentioned include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Current license, registration, or certification to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of practice.
Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or access to public transportation.
Availability to work a weekend rotation.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR certification or ability to complete it within 90 days of hire.
Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility.

Responsibilities

Assist in carrying out treatment plans for individuals and groups as designed by the Physical Therapist.
Supervise treatment delivered by PTA students or technicians.
Provide patient and family instruction.
Participate in performance improvement programs.
Document services according to facility and department policies and procedures.
Use equipment properly and safely; maintain equipment inspection, maintenance, and cleaning logs; and report broken or faulty equipment.
Follow the medical regimen developed for each patient and adhere to precautions, including those related to THR, TKR, cardiac conditions, and wounds.
Use safe treatment techniques, including transfers, positioning, feeding, splinting, paraffin bath, and cryotherapy.
Function in home situations regardless of the client’s age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.