Physical Therapy Aide-Laguna Hills-Onsite - UnitedHealth Group

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The Physical Therapist Aid is responsible for providing support to PT’s and PT Assistants via cleaning equipment and therapeutic exercise and home program instruction as instructed by supervising Physical Therapist for the prevention, correction, or reduction of dysfunction. 

Location: 23595 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supports physical therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment, and materials, and performs procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist

• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols

• Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting patient into physical therapy apparel or apertures

• Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests and allaying fears

• Helps treat patients by helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion, tracking walking time and distance, measuring mobility, and performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques

• Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines

• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

• Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to treatment area, positioning equipment for therapist access, and positioning patient on equipment

• Ensures operation of physical therapy equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment, and calling for repairs

• Maintains physical therapy supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing, and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies 

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group?  Put it all together – competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays

• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account

• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage

• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Education Reimbursement

• Employee Discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

• More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

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:

• Current BLS certification at time of hire OR ability to become certified within 30 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience with Kinesiology and Anatomy

• Previous background in personal training or exercise physiology 

• Proven ability to display great attention to detail and customer service

Soft Skills: 

• Ability to work as team member and to be adaptable and flexible in daily work schedule as department needs require   

• Effective in oral and written communication

• Display good attitude, interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork and judgement

 Physical Requirements:

• Carrying/Lifting: Assists in carrying/lifting dependent patients, up to 150 lbs. of force

• Standing: 4 to 6 hours at a time

• Sitting: 2-4 hours at a time

• Walking: Intermittent walking throughout an 8-10 hour day

• Repetitive Motion: Able to use computer and execute manual treatment tasks as necessary

• Visual Acuity: Able to read medical records notes charts, and computer information

• Environmental Exposure: Hazardous and biohazardous materials 

California Residents Only: The hourly range for California residents is $16.00 to $27.31 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, 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.

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

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