PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT We are currently seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Physical Therapy Assistants to join our esteemed team at Always Best Care Senior Services - Oahu. This is an exceptional opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of our valued patients in the beautiful city of Honolulu, Hawaii. If you have a passion for providing exceptional and personalized care, this is the perfect role for you. You can pick and choose the patients you want. No minimum visits or patients. We pride ourselves in offering great flexibility to all our therapists. Duties: Provides skilled Physical Therapy services, on an intermittent basis, to patients, in their homes, under direction from the Registered Physical Therapist. Flexible scheduling. Responsibilities: Perform delegated patient care tasks under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist (PT). Assist with the evaluation and development of a rehabilitative plan of care. Participate in the assessment and periodic re-evaluation of patients as required. Documentation and Reporting: Prepare and maintain clinical and daily progress notes for each patient, ensuring all notes are reviewed and submitted according to agency policies. Prepare summary reports as directed by the supervising PT. Record activities, findings, and patient reactions to treatment, and report any changes to the PT and the physician. Therapeutic Interventions: Under the PT\'s direction, assist patients with therapeutic exercises, strengthening activities, and the use of self-help devices. Provide guidance on exercise programs, including patient and family education. Monitoring and Reporting: Identify and report any concerns regarding medication therapy, adverse drug reactions, allergies, or contraindicated medications to the PT. Team Collaboration and Education: Work closely with the PT to instruct other health team personnel, including Home Health Aides, and family members about the physical therapy program. Assist with the training of other staff and families to ensure effective care at home. Consultation and Communication: Participate in patient home visits and provide written feedback to the PT regarding physical findings. Engage in case conferences and staff meetings to discuss patient progress and team collaboration. Discharge and Planning: Take on any other responsibilities as directed by the PT, Registered Nurse Case Management, or Supervisor. Skills and Qualities: Strong communication skills for reporting patient progress and coordinating with the healthcare team. Knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic exercises, and self-help device usage. Attention to detail for accurate documentation and patient care planning. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Dedication to ongoing professional development. This role requires a PTA to not only assist in therapy but also play an active role in patient education, coordination of care, and communication with the entire healthcare team to ensure that the patient is receiving the best possible care in line with their therapy goals. Would you like further clarification or assistance with any part of this job description? Qualifications: Must successfully completed a curriculum of study approved by the American Physical Therapy Association leading to an associate of arts degree. Must be licensed, in the state of Hawaii, as a Physical Therapy Assistant Must have a criminal background check Must have current CPR certification
Description of the Role: Always Best Care Senior Services - Oahu is seeking a Home Care Supervisor to join our team in Honolulu, Hawaii. As a Home Care Supervisor, you will play a vital role in the planning, coordination, leading, controlling, and evaluation of home care services. This position requires an energetic and experienced individual with a passion for caring for our elders. Responsibilities: Coordinate and liaise with appropriate parent and affiliate departments and committees Develop policies and guidelines for and obtain input from service personnel Provide professional input to related administrative systems Conduct intake meetings and develop care plans with home care clients and family members Direct and supervise professional and paraprofessional personnel rendering client care services Perform marketing duties and foster public relations for the company Consult and plan with home care facilities regarding staffing needs Communicate the concept of quality client care to the general community Remain available during all hours that services are offered Conduct skilled nursing visits and assist patients during facility discharges as needed Interpret service needs to the Administrator and act as a client services\' administrative liaison Consult, plan, and work with Administrator in policy formulation and programmatic development and implementation, including assessing adequate and appropriate staffing Coordinate with Administrator planning activities to develop administrative policies and practices for the agency Consult with supervisors and staff, individually or in groups, regarding clients or special programs or service programs Evaluate the program, services, and field personnel Direct the implementation of service goals and objectives Develop standards that ensure safe and effective services to clients and families Recruit Nurse Aides from schools, expos, etc. Establish and maintain effective channels of communication Keep program personnel up to date with state-of-the-art clinical information and practices staff development including orientation, in-service education, and continuing education Oversee the implementation and evaluation of client care services, inclusive of regulatory licensure and certification criteria and accreditation standards NS physical therapists will perform physical therapy as-needed NS nurses will perform nursing services as-needed Other duties as indicated in the full job description Requirements: Valid PT, RN, or LPN license Experience in home care or a related field Strong leadership and organizational skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Familiarity with regulatory licensure and certification criteria Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing work environments Benefits: Competitive annual salary of $75000 - $90000 Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our elders Continuing education and professional development opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment Health insurance and retirement benefits Paid time off and flexible working hours Opportunity for career growth and advancement About the Company: Always Best Care Senior Services - Oahu is a non-medical Home Care and medical Home Health Agency serving kupuna across the island of Oahu. We are one of the fastest growing agencies across the country. Our mission is to provide exceptional care and support to seniors, enabling them to live independently in the comfort of their own homes. With a team of dedicated professionals, we are committed to delivering personalized and compassionate services to our clients and their families. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our elderly community.
