Physical Therapist Aid - Optum

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behindCaring. Connecting. Growing together. 

   

Positions in this function is under the supervision of our Physical Therapist(s) an aide is going to be working with patients, taking them through exercises and their rehabilitation. A background in exercise or movement of some sort whether it is personal training, yoga, dance, etc. is a plus.     Primary Responsibilities:

• Welcomes patients and visitors with a smile and friendly tone
• Vital role in the care we provide for our patients
• Work alongside Physical Therapists by assisting patients in their rehabilitation program
• Monitor patients on specific exercise programs
• Help educate patients on exercises
• Assist Physical Therapists in setting up patients on modalities
• Help clean tables and equipment after patient use
• Most importantly, caring for each patient in a professional manner in various aspects of their rehabilitation

   

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. 

Requirements:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PC knowledge

  Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 years of medical office experience
• Rehab Experience
• Proven excellent customer service skills

     

New York Residents Only: The hourly range for New York residents is $16.00 to $23.13 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.