Physical Therapy Assistant 2343105 | Marysville, Washington

Physical Therapist Assistant

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Under general supervision and direction of Physical Therapist, provides Physical Therapy treatment to patients.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with Physical Therapy treatment to patients as outlined in the Physical Therapists' Evaluation and treatment plan as required by the APTA (American Physical therapy Assoc.), and WSAPTA (WA State Physical Therapy Assoc.) guidelines and state laws
• Complies with corporate compliance and confidentiality guidelines established by The Everett Clinic are followed
• Interact regularly with the referring Providers and their staff
• Frequent interactions with patients and their families
• All staff members are to promote a positive and productive work environment by acting maturely and responsibly, satisfactorily performing his or her job responsibilities and conducting themselves in a professional, courteous and respectful manner toward fellow employees, physicians and patients
• Must relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extreme; (b) perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and (c) respond openly and appropriately to feedback regarding performance from a supervisor
• Performs all duties in a manner which promotes and supports the Core Values and Compact of The Everett Clinic
• Integrates Lean principles, practices and tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction
• Frequently must follow written and oral instructions as well as complete routine tasks independently
• Completes annual compliance training on HIPAA/Privacy/Confidentiality/Non-Discrimination/Harassment/Integrity Statement and signs Agreements
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information following HIPAA guidelines and TEC policies
• Attends training to meet requirements of the job position and as needed or mandated by TEC policies, Div. of Occupational Safety & Health (DOSH), OSHA, L&I and other state/federal regulations
• Has regular and predictable attendance
• Performs other duties as assigned

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:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Degree from APTA approved program
• Physical Therapist Assistant licensure requirements
• 2+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven solid customer service skills
• Proven excellent communication skills

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 $23.89 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. 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.