10 therapy jobs found in Homer, AK

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) administers specified respiratory treatments, medications, and life support to various patients, and conducts diagnostic examination for diagnoses of cardiovascular and pulmonary ailments. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: The position of RT requires that the person has graduated from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy, with certification and registration from the National Board of Respiratory Therapy Care.  This individual must have a minimum of one year experience in Respiratory Therapy or the equivalent combination of education and experience. The RT must have a current BLS, ACLS and NRP certification. This individual must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulation.  Must have the ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively present and respond to question from groups of managers,...

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) administers specified respiratory treatments, medications, and life support to various patients, and conducts diagnostic examination for diagnoses of cardiovascular and pulmonary ailments. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: The position of RT requires that the person has graduated from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy, with certification and registration from the National Board of Respiratory Therapy Care.  This individual must have a minimum of one year experience in Respiratory Therapy or the equivalent combination of education and experience. The RT must have a current BLS, ACLS and NRP certification. This individual must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulation.  Must have the ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively present and respond to question from groups of managers,...

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) administers specified respiratory treatments, medications, and life support to various patients, and conducts diagnostic examination for diagnoses of cardiovascular and pulmonary ailments. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: The position of RT requires that the person has graduated from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy, with certification and registration from the National Board of Respiratory Therapy Care.  This individual must have a minimum of one year experience in Respiratory Therapy or the equivalent combination of education and experience. The RT must have a current BLS, ACLS and NRP certification. This individual must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulation.  Must have the ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively present and respond to question from groups of managers,...

The Occupational Therapist assumes professional responsibility for providing evaluation and treatment of clients requiring services as defined by state of Alaska’s Occupational Therapy Practice Act. https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/portals/5/pub/PT-OTStatutes.pdf CHALLENGES: To provide high quality occupational therapy services to a wide variety of clients in an efficient, professional manner. To maintain clinical expertise while practicing in a small department in a rural community. Occupational therapy program development. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: This position requires a degree in Occupational Therapy from a university accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association, A license to practice occupational therapy in the state of Alaska, or the ability to acquire same in an appropriate time frame. Current BLS certification.  Three or more years of experience in occupational therapy are preferred in a variety of clinical settings. ENVIRONMENT: South Peninsula...

The Charge Capture Analyst is responsible for the oversight of charge capture processes throughout inpatient and outpatient services in the hospital.  Incumbent implements and monitors charge capture timeliness and accuracy throughout assigned clinical departments; implements and trains clinical departments on reconciliation tools that enable clinical leadership to monitor and manage their revenue capture processes both timely and effectively. Incumbent also monitors the reconciliation processes, acquires and maintains detailed knowledge of assigned clinical charge entry systems to enable development of monitoring and reconciliation processes. Partners with clinical department managers for projects focused on either charge problem resolution or implementation of new charge system in assigned departments. Reviews and codes out-patient services such as labs, infusions, and physical and occupational therapy.   NATURE AND SCOPE: The Charge Capture Analyst is a basic Health...

The Staff Physical Therapist provides evaluation and treatment for hospital inpatients, outpatients, Home Health, and residents of the hospital Long Term Care unit, according to the professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: The Staff Physical Therapist position requires a degree from an accredited university recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association. One or two years of experience is preferred. Current Alaska Physical Therapy license and C.P.R. certification are mandatory. ENVIRONMENT: The South Peninsula Hospital is currently a 22 bed acute care facility with an attached 28 bed LTC Facility. Physical demands are moderate and may require heavy lifting, periods of prolonged standing, and ability to assist patients as needed. Working hours are 07:00 to 17:30(or 10-hour day) and rotational weekends for treatment of specific patients. Duties are performed in a clean, safe, barrier free department.

The LTC Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Registered Nurse (RN) provides skilled nursing assessments and direct care to the LTC resident. This person takes as active role in planning resident care and ensures the quality of care given to the resident. The LPN/RN may function in the role of charge nurse and/or floor nurse by administering medications/treatments to the resident; oversee, monitor, and coordinate care performed by assigned staff per State/Federal regulations. The LPN/RN may be required to provide nursing care in other nursing departments of the facility to meet resident/patient care needs. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:   Must possess a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Alaska Must keep current with CEU credits as required by the State of Alaska Maintains BLS certification. A minimum of one (1) year experience in Gerontology, preferable in a Long Term Care facility, is desired. Speaking, listening, and writing skills required to...

The Respiratory Therapist (RT) administers specified respiratory treatments, medications, and life support to various patients, and conducts diagnostic examination for diagnoses of cardiovascular and pulmonary ailments. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: The position of RT requires that the person has graduated from an accredited school of Respiratory Therapy, with certification and registration from the National Board of Respiratory Therapy Care.  This individual must have a minimum of one year experience in Respiratory Therapy or the equivalent combination of education and experience. The RT must have a current BLS, ACLS and NRP certification. This individual must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulation.  Must have the ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Must be able to effectively present and respond to question from groups of managers,...

Identify and treat communication and swallowing impairments. A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) seeks to improve communication skills through vocal exercises and cognitive therapies. Patients undergoing treatment with a SLP may have an articulation, language, fluency, resonance or mechanical disorder which prevents patients from being understood, understanding others, or swallowing and managing oral intake. The SLP works with Home Health patients according to the professional standards of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).  KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Post graduate degree from an accredited university recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is required. Two or more years’ experience in Speech Language Pathology preferred.  Alaska license in Speech-Language Pathology required. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is required. American Heart...

The rehabilitation aide will assist the therapists with routine aspects of patient care, equipment maintenance, patient transport, stocking supplies, and performing general housekeeping duties. This position also offers support for the department manager and the unit clerk.   KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Must possess a high school diploma/GED. Must be BLS certified and maintain this certification. Must demonstrate the ability to lift up to 35 lbs, or 25% of body weight without injury to self/others. Must possess competent computer skills in Word and Excel. ENVIRONMENT: South Peninsula Hospital is combined 22 bed critical access hospital and a 28 bed long term care facility, orthopedic and family practice clinics located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula.  The working environment is generally pleasant, clean and well maintained. This position requires walking, standing, stooping, periods of prolonged sitting, lifting occasional...