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