UnitedHealth Group·Peoria, Arizona
Perform physical therapy treatments and provide exercise instruction to improve patient well-being according to an established plan of care. Coordinate with the healthcare team and report patient responses and condition changes to supervising therapists and physicians.
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As the Per Diem Physical Therapist Assistant, you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established plan of care.
Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for following all state specific laws governing the provision of physical therapy in home care, to follow the treatment set only as defined by the supervising PT; to perform only those procedures that he/she is qualified and trained to perform and to make all recommendations for changes in the plan of care to the supervising Physical Therapist Instructs and aids patients in active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait, functional, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training Observes, records, and reports to the supervising PT, the nurse supervisor, and/or the physician the patient's response to treatment and changes in the patient's condition.
Coordinates care with the other members of the healthcare team as appropriate Instructs patient, family, caregiver, and other members of the health care team in the areas of therapy within the scope of the physical therapy assistant Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client 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.
Must hold a current license or certification to practice physical therapy in the state of practice and possess a valid driver's license with vehicle insurance. CPR certification and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and transferring patients are preferred.
Market context
In Arizona, allied health roles often see steady demand in outpatient and rehab settings, especially for candidates with hands-on patient care experience. This role may be competitive because employers often look for outpatient physical therapy experience, current CPR and First Aid, and a reliable work history. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certifications and outpatient background before applying.
