Physical Therapist Assistant

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Optum’s Pacific West region is redefining health care with a focus on health equity, affordability, quality, and convenience. From California to Oregon and Washington, we are focused on helping more than 2.5 million patients live healthier lives and helping the health system work better for everyone. At Optum Pacific West, we care. We care for our team members, our patients, and our communities. Join our culture of caring and make a positive and lasting impact on health care for millions.

It is time to take your career to the next level. As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Optum, you will learn from health care experts as you work side by side to provide care for patients in a clinical setting. You will build meaningful relationships with patients, their family members, health care providers, and office staff while providing high-quality direct patient care. We’ll offer you more than talent, resources, and can-do culture. We will provide you with the chance to improve the lives of others while helping improve the lives of millions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients with orthopedic conditions, including musculoskeletal injuries and post-surgical recovery
• Perform therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities as directed by the physical therapist.
• Educate patients on proper body mechanics, exercises, and home programs to promote recovery and prevent future injuries
• Monitor and document patient progress, including changes in physical condition and response to treatment
• Collaborate with the physical therapy team to adjust treatment plans as needed based on patient progress
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient treatments, progress notes, and any other required records
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment, including the proper maintenance and sterilization of equipment
• Provide excellent customer service by addressing patient concerns and communicating effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Adhere to clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA guidelines and state licensing regulations

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.

Required Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent experience
• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
• Current California licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
• 2+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a high volume outpatient orthopedic setting
• Proven solid knowledge of orthopedic conditions, rehabilitation techniques, and therapeutic modalities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and team members
• Ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, including lifting, transferring, and assisting with mobility
• Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and other relevant technology

California Residents Only: The hourly range for California residents is $23.22 to $45.43 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.  

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.   

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.    

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.