Physical Therapist - Home Health, CareResource Hawaii; Part Time

RESPONSIBILITIES

Effective Date: 12/23

• Develops and implements a progressive rehabilitation program for patients in their homes in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and the client’s needs.
• Serves as case manager and supervises home health aides and physical therapist assistants when appropriate.
• Performs duties in accordance with policies and procedures as established by the agency.

• Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
• Constant: lifting maximum weight of 50 pounds, carrying usual weight of 20 pounds, pushing/pulling maximum weight of 50 pounds of force, reaching above, at and below shoulders; repetitive arm/hand motion and frequent gripping of objects.
• Frequent: standing, walking, stooping/bending, and twisting body.

• Subjected to adverse environmental conditions like blood borne pathogens.

• Current Hawaii State license as a Physical Therapist.
• Master’s Degree or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, vehicle and vehicle insurance as required by Hawaii State Law.
• Driver’s abstract or evidence of good driving record.
• Current BLS certification.

• Knowledge of occupational therapy theory and practice to treat patients.
• Knowledge and use of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and the public.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret, adopt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet