Exercise Specialist/Pt Aide

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 Exercise Specialist, you will maintain the readiness of the therapy clinic and performs patient care activities as outlined in Oregon practice regulations (OAR) under the direct supervision of a Physical Therapist or Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform Level 1 PCE's from written instructions provided by the Physical Therapist as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of exercise equipment and gym area
• Oversee the Clinic rehabilitation membership members, including developing and implementing exercise programs
• Maintain clinic readiness by stocking treatment supplies and cleaning of treatment areas and equipment
• Direct patient flow and prepare patients for therapy
• Assist therapist or therapy assistant with direct patient care. Demonstrate competent use of modality equipment and exercise equipment. Maintain proficiency in instruction and monitoring of exercise programs
• Maintain clinic treatment records, posting of current transcription, ordering of medical records, x-ray, scheduling of patients, etc.
• Answer phones and assist with other process-oriented tasks including, but not limited to, authorization of patients

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 Qualification:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Ability to lift 20-50 lbs. unaided most of the time, but rarely over 100 lbs. with assistance
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the clinical environment, including prolonged standing and walking, assisting patients with mobility and transfers and performing occasional lifting and movement of equipment and patients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related healthcare field
• Exercise Specialty Certification
• Experience as a CMA, therapy aide, EMT, or similar role
• Background in anatomy, physiology, or kinesiology

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 $20.00 to $35.72 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.