Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Kaiser Permanente • Wailuku, HI

415d • $116,251 - $116,251

About The Position

The Physical Therapist - Per Diem role at Maui Lani Elua Medical Offices involves providing physical therapy evaluation, management, and treatment services to patients referred by physicians. The position focuses on developing innovative care plans tailored to improve each patient's quality of life while ensuring favorable clinical outcomes and fiscal accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in physical therapy from an accredited college or university.
• Physical Therapist License (Hawaii) required at hire.
• National Provider Identifier required at hire.
• Basic Life Support certification required at hire from American Heart Association.
• Ability to physically assist patients in performing functional tasks and therapeutic exercises.
• Demonstrated knowledge of interpersonal relations, oral and written communication, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year of related experience in acute care, skilled care facility, sub-acute care, or outpatient settings.
• Doctoral degree in physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Greets patient, establishes rapport, and orients patient to physical therapy.
• Conducts initial evaluation, including interpreting referral information and documenting patient concerns.
• Develops treatment plan with guidance from clinical guidelines, including problem identification and measurable goals.
• Discusses treatment plan with patient and/or family and communicates it with referring physician and support staff.
• Manages patient cases through therapy, delegating and instructing clinical support staff as needed.
• Provides or supervises physical therapy interventions based on examination results and treatment plans.
• Reviews treatment documentation and revises treatment plans as necessary, communicating changes to customers and support staff.
• Establishes discharge plans and documents discharge summaries, communicating them appropriately.
• Participates in program development initiatives and demonstrates innovation in addressing customer needs.
• Exercises positive listening and communication skills, contributing to team dynamics.
• Participates in problem-solving and quality improvement activities, demonstrating professional growth.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay rate of $55.89.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and diverse environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree