Physical Therapy Assistant

Explore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and fulfilling careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon's mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Physical Therapist Assistant, you will prescribe treatment plans under the direction of a supervising physical therapist to restore optimal movement, decrease pain and prevent disability related to injury, disease, or loss of body part.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates proficiency in the treatment of neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions utilizing accepted methods of treatment
• Delegates appropriate treatments to therapy aides and monitors the effects of such treatment
• Participates in clinic educational functions, such as in services, pre-therapy student mentoring, or clinical instructor for therapy assistant student affiliations. Maintain Physical Therapy Assistant license
• Maintains accurate treatment records. Submits appropriate charges and necessary forms to Business Services within time frame established by Corvallis Clinic policy
• Assists in upkeep and organization of department, including supplies, treatment/administrative areas and equipment.
• Coordinates scheduling of patient appointments with receptionists

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:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant school
• Current Oregon state license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Demonstrated skills needed to restore movement, decrease pain, and improve overall function

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a similar clinical

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 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. 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.

OptumCare 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.

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