Physical Therapist $10,000 Bonus - Osage Beach MO
Optum, Osage Beach, MO, United States
Overview
As a Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will complete assessments and evaluations of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment, you will help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions to improve and enhance the patient’s well-being, and evaluate the patient’s progress.
Primary 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 state laws, 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 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 the Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per 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
Required Qualifications
Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice
Current CPR certification
Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
EEO and Compliance
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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As a Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will complete assessments and evaluations of patient care needs related to functional status/mobility, endurance/stamina, pain and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment, you will help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions to improve and enhance the patient’s well-being, and evaluate the patient’s progress.
Primary 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 state laws, 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 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 the Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per 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
Required Qualifications
Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice
Current CPR certification
Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
EEO and Compliance
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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