Physical Therapy Assistant

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As a full time, nonexempt Physical Therapy Assistant with Optum Health Rehabilitation Services team at Parrish Healthcare-Cheney Highway, you will be responsible for administering Physical Therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff Physical Therapist. You will also administer treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff Physical Therapist, after the PT has first evaluated the patient and assisted with restoration of patient functionality to prevent disability following injury, disease of physical disability. You will be helping patients to reach their maximum performance and level of function while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Physical Therapist Assistants participate in operational aspects of the department, maintain performance improvement activities within the department, and participate in CQI.

Schedule: This full time, nonexempt position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week in an outpatient setting. Position may float to Inpatient setting as needed

About the Facility: Parrish Health & Wellness Center at Cheney Highway is an outpatient center offering two fitness pools including a lap pool and a warm water pool.

About the Rehabilitation Department: Department core hours are Monday-Sunday from 8:00am-4:300pm and as needed to support acute care hospital rehab staff

Primary Responsibilities:

• Administering modalities as directed by a Physical Therapist
• Administer treatments and physical agents
• Participate in operational aspects of the department

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:

• Associate Degree (AS) in Physical Therapy Assisting
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Florida

Preferred Qualification:

• 1+ years of experience

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.89 to $42.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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. 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.