Physical Therapist- Hilo, Hawaii

BAYADA Home Health Care • Las Vegas, NV

5d • Remote

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week home health travel position on the Big Island of Hawaii. This role offers the opportunity to work in a paradise setting while providing essential care to patients in their homes. The position involves performing diagnostic tests, developing and implementing individualized care plans, implementing integumentary interventions, assessing and revising care plans, educating clients and families, and accurately documenting patient care.

Requirements

• Strong Home Health experience
• Home Care Home Base (HCHB) proficiency
• A current Physical Therapist - PT license in Hawaii
• Graduation from a program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma
• Solid computer skills
• Prior experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests and measurements, such as the mobility/range of joints, transfer status, stability, patterns and appearance of ambulation, strength and endurance, balance testing, and safety assessments.
• Develop and implement appropriate individualized care plans, including manual therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance, and other interventions.
• Implement integumentary protective interventions to prevent wound formation and promote wound repair utilizing evidence-based dressings and topical agents.
• Continually assess and revise the Physical Therapy - PT care plan.
• Educate and instruct clients, family members, or other client representatives, in rehabilitative care and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety, and independent living.
• Accurately document observations, interventions, and evaluations pertaining to patient care management and services provided, utilizing a state-of-the-art touch pad tablet.

Benefits

• Round-trip airfare covered
• Competitive pay with tax-deferred stipend
• Supportive, responsive team environment
• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, FSA and HSA options
• Recognition and Therapy Hero programs
• Referral bonuses
• PTO (paid time off)
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement or schedule-specific benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid training from day one in the office, in the home, and online
• Clinical support whenever you need it around the clock

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level