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Physical Therapist, Home Health Lacey, WA $5K Sign on Bonus

UnitedHealth Group

Lacey, WAFull-time$34.23–61.15/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$34.23–61.15/hr
Location
Lacey, WA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Physical Therapy Licensure In WashingtonCurrent Driver's License

Job overview

UnitedHealth Group is hiring a Physical Therapist, Home Health Lacey, WA $5K Sign on Bonus. The Physical Therapist in Home Health completes assessments and evaluations of patient care needs related to functional status, mobility, endurance, stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. They determine a treatment plan, perform interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluate patient progress. This role involves coordinating with other healthcare team members and instructing patients and families on care plans.

Key focus areas include Evaluates the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs, Assists the physician in the development of the therapy plan of care, and Provides services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws.

Successful candidates bring Physical Therapy Licensure In Washington, Current Driver's License, and Vehicle Insurance. Important skills include Patient Assessment, Evaluation Of Patient Care Needs, Treatment Plan Development, Intervention Implementation, Patient Progress Evaluation, and Physical Therapy Needs Assessment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient AssessmentEvaluation of Patient Care NeedsTreatment Plan DevelopmentIntervention ImplementationPatient Progress EvaluationPhysical Therapy Needs AssessmentTherapy Plan of Care DevelopmentScope of Practice AdherenceCoordination With Healthcare TeamReporting Patient Response to TreatmentReporting Changes in Patient ConditionPain ReliefFunction Development and RestorationMaintaining Maximum FunctioningInstruction to Healthcare TeamInstruction to Patient and FamilyProgress Note CompletionPatient Evaluation CompletionPT Plan of Care DevelopmentReporting Evaluation OutcomesReporting GoalsReporting Anticipated Projected Frequency of Care

Qualifications

Physical Therapy Licensure in WashingtonCurrent Driver's LicenseVehicle InsuranceAccess to Dependable Vehicle or Public TransportationAbility to Function in Any Home Situation

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Requisition number: 1059512

Job category: Healthcare Delivery, Rehabilitation Services

Eligible for a $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Applicants

Explore opportunities with Olympia Assured Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Physical Therapist in Home Health, you will be completing 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 work to help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing 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 the state laws governing the practice of physical therapy, 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 his/her 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 Plan of Treatment, completes a progress note for each visit, and submits progress notes per LHC 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

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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Required Qualifications:

  • Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of Washington

  • 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

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $34.23 to $61.15 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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, 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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