In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant

Adventist Health; Waipahu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health in Hawaii is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments under licensed PT supervision, using modalities, manual techniques and common exercises. You will guide patients through bed mobility, transfers, gait and balance activities, and may mentor staff on technical skills.

Qualifications include PTA licensure in appropriate states, CPR/BLS, a valid driver’s license and be 21+. Education requirements: high school/GED; an associate’s/technical degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is required.
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience is preferred.
• Two years' technical experience preferred; therapy in acute care/outpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy treatments with modalities, manual techniques and exercises.
• Instructs patients in bed mobility, transfers, gait and balance activities.
• Observes treatment precautions and communicates changes to therapists and nurses.
• Provides daily chart documentation and education to patients and caregivers.
• May mentor and train staff on technical skills.

Skills

Manual techniques

Patient instruction

Documentation

Observation skills

Education

High School/GED

Associate's/Technical Degree (preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health in Hawaii is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide treatments under licensed PT supervision, using modalities, manual techniques and common exercises. You will guide patients through bed mobility, transfers, gait and balance activities, and may mentor staff on technical skills.

Qualifications include PTA licensure in appropriate states, CPR/BLS, a valid driver’s license and be 21+. Education requirements: high school/GED; an associate’s/technical degree is preferred.