Physical Therapist

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Explore opportunities with Atrinity 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.

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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 help determine a treatment plan, perform interventions aimed at improving and enhancing the patient’s well‑being, and evaluate the patient’s progress.

• Evaluate the patient’s functional status and physical therapy needs. Assist the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Provide services within the scope of practice as defined by state laws, 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 or 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 and inform team members, the patient, and family/caregivers regarding the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.
• Visit patients according to Plan of Treatment, complete progress notes for each visit, and submit progress 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.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you, provide clear direction on what it takes to succeed, and offer development opportunities for other roles you may be interested in.

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver’s license and vehicle insurance, or 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 local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other factors. In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility). The hourly pay for this role ranges from $34.23 to $61.15 per hour for full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At United Health 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. We are committed to mitigating disparities and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves outcomes.

United Health 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. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Health and Human Services

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