Queen's Health System Jobs

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, implements progressive rehabilitation programs for patients in their homes in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and the patient’s needs.

• Performs duties in accordance with policies and procedures as established by the agency.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Sitting, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.

• Constant: reaching above, at and below shoulders; repetitive arm/hand motion and frequent gripping of objects, lifting maximum weight of 50 pounds, carrying usual weight of 20 pounds, pushing/pulling maximum weight of 50 pounds of force

• Frequent: standing, walking, stooping/bending, and twisting body.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subjected to adverse environmental conditions like continuous exposure to blood borne pathogens.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Current Hawaii State license as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

• 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.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of physical therapy theory and practice to treat patients.

• Knowledge and use of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

• Ability to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and the public.

• Ability to operate various office equipment such as computers, calculator, copier facsimile, and shredder.

• Skills in problem identification and resolution.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet