Physical Therapist
$71.2k - $127.2kOptum
For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position will serve our Phoenix Metro area. You will be working in alignment with the clinic hours which are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Most of our patients will be seeking care, which is focused on providing personalized, comprehensive, evidence-based care addressing the biopsychosocial components of the condition. Possessing a background in orthopedics and an interest in providing personalized, biopsychosocial, and evidence-based care is a plus.
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.
Primary Responsibilities
- Deliver traditional, evidence-based physical therapy services tailored to adults aged 55 and older
- Assess and treat mobility, strength, balance, and functional limitations to improve overall physical health
- Develop personalized care plans that support chronic condition management and promote independence
- Implement fall prevention strategies to reduce risk and enhance safety for aging members
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support holistic, preventative care within the community center model
- Educate members on exercises, lifestyle modifications, and wellness strategies to improve long-term outcomes
- Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure optimal functional recovery and quality of life
- Promote member engagement through accessible, on-site PT services that encourage consistent participation
- Contribute to efforts aimed at reducing downstream healthcare costs through proactive rehabilitation
- Support retention and satisfaction by integrating physical therapy into a welcoming, community-based environment
- Travel to Phoenix Metro Community Centers based on scheduled appointments
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:
- Doctorate, Master or Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from a school accredited or approved by American Physical Therapy Association
- Doctor of Physical Therapy licensed in Arizona, or have the ability to obtain within 90 days
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completed an accredited residency with the American Physical Therapy Association specializing in orthopedics, sports and/or geriatric conditions
- 1+ years of clinical physical therapy experience
- Experience in treating orthopedic conditions, specifically chronic orthopedic conditions
- Clinical specialization and/or continuing education experience in orthopedic conditions, and psychologically informed PT practice
- Experience and/or interest in managing patients within a biopsychosocial framework and providing comprehensive care management for orthopedic conditions
- Proven good communication or comfortable communicating with primary care and specialty providers, behavioral health professionals etc.
Skills/Competencies:
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Time management
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients, and the general public
- Ability to speak with patients and assess health needs in a compassionate manner
- Demonstrate competency in basic clinical skills to effectively manage an appropriate variety of patients
- Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence
- Assume responsibility for maintaining a high level of clinical competency, professionalism, and ethical practice
- Commitment to service excellence and patient satisfaction
- Able to quickly analyze, comprehend and create written/verbal clinical and business communication and documentation
- Ability to relate to culturally diverse patients and community
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 salary for this role will range from $71,200 to $127,200 annually 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
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