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Physical Therapist $10,000 Bonus - Creve Coeur, MO

Optum, Creve Coeur, MO, United States


$10,000 Bonus

Elite Home Health, a part of LHC Group, is a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide.

As the 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 and evaluation, you will determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient's well-being, and evaluate the patient's progress.

Primary Responsibilities

Evaluate the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs; assist the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care

Provide services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws governing physical therapy, in accordance with the plan of care, and in coordination with other health care team members

Observe and report the patient's response to treatment and any changes in his/her condition to the supervising nurse and/or physician

Treat patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and/or maintain maximum functioning using acceptable standards of practice

Instruct patient and family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals

Visit patients according to Plan of Treatment, complete a progress note for each visit, and submit notes per LHC policy

Complete all patient evaluations and develop the PT plan of care within state-specific guidelines

Report outcomes of evaluation, goals, and anticipated projected frequency of care

Ability to function in any home situation regardless of client characteristics such as age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition

Required Qualifications

Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice

Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications

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

Compensation
Pay Range: $77,400–$171,000 annual total cash target pay; $44.65–$98.65 per visit point; $37.21–$82.21 hourly rate.

Annual total cash compensation assumes full-time employment (40 weekly hours) at full productivity. Compensation includes earnings from per visit point pay and hourly pay, based on local labor markets, education, and experience. Additional benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution.

Equal Employment Opportunity
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and 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.

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