Physical Therapy Technician Jobs in Hawaii
Physical Therapy Technician jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and long-term care facilities, with demand running from entry-level aides to experienced senior techs. The busiest hiring markets are Honolulu, Hilo, and Kailua-Kona, where employers such as The Queen's Health Systems, Hawaii Pacific Health, and Kaiser Permanente Hawaii maintain steady physical therapy departments. Orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine support, and post-surgical recovery assistance are the specialties drawing the most consistent openings across the islands. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Physical Therapy Aide (Rehabilitation Aide)
HolistiCare Physical Therapy
Honolulu, HI — King Street and Chinatown locations
Part-time contract opportunity
$16–$18 per hour
Mandarin and/or Cantonese speakers are strongly preferred for this opening. This role regularly supports elderly patients at our Chinatown-area clinic, and candidates who can communicate comfortably with patients in Mandarin or Cantonese will receive priority consideration.
Position Summary
HolistiCare Physical Therapy is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Physical Therapy Aide to support our therapists, help patients complete prescribed activities safely, and keep our busy outpatient clinics organized and welcoming.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in physical therapy, healthcare, exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, or a future career as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Previous PT aide experience is helpful but not required; we are happy to train the right person.
What You’ll Do
- Assist therapists with patient flow and prescribed therapeutic exercises under therapist supervision
- Prepare treatment areas before and after patient visits
- Set up, clean, and organize equipment between patients
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming clinic environment
- Help with phones, scheduling, greeting patients, and other basic front-desk responsibilities as needed
- Communicate patiently and professionally with patients, families, therapists, and staff
- Help create a positive experience for every patient
What We’re Looking For
- Reliable, punctual, organized, and dependable
- Friendly and comfortable working closely with patients, including older adults
- Able to multitask and stay attentive in a fast-paced outpatient clinic
- Positive, professional, eager to learn, and willing to take direction
- A team player with strong communication and follow-through
- Interested in health, wellness, rehabilitation, or helping others
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to communicate conversationally or fluently in Mandarin and/or Cantonese
- Experience in healthcare, physical therapy, fitness, hospitality, or customer service
- Interest or coursework in rehabilitation, exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, or physical therapy
- Prior PT aide, rehab aide, caregiving, or patient-facing experience is a plus
- CPR/BLS certification is a plus
Why Join HolistiCare?
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
- Paid time off for eligible employees
- 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Hands-on experience in outpatient physical therapy
- Opportunities for mentorship, learning, and career growth
- Meaningful work helping patients improve their health and quality of life
Work Location
In person at our Honolulu clinics, with regular support for King Street and Chinatown-area patients.
To apply, please tell us whether you speak Mandarin, Cantonese, or another Chinese dialect, your level of proficiency, your current weekly availability, and your earliest possible start date.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Which languages or Chinese dialects do you speak (for example, Mandarin or Cantonese), and how comfortably can you use them in conversation with patients?
- What days and hours are you currently available each week, and what is your earliest possible start date?
- Briefly describe any experience assisting patients, guiding exercises, working in a healthcare or fitness setting, or supporting a busy team.
Language:
- Mandarin and/or Cantonese (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Physical Therapy Aide (Rehabilitation Aide)
HolistiCare Physical Therapy
Honolulu, HI — King Street and Chinatown locations
Part-time contract opportunity
$16–$18 per hour
Mandarin and/or Cantonese speakers are strongly preferred for this opening. This role regularly supports elderly patients at our Chinatown-area clinic, and candidates who can communicate comfortably with patients in Mandarin or Cantonese will receive priority consideration.
Position Summary
HolistiCare Physical Therapy is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Physical Therapy Aide to support our therapists, help patients complete prescribed activities safely, and keep our busy outpatient clinics organized and welcoming.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in physical therapy, healthcare, exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, or a future career as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Previous PT aide experience is helpful but not required; we are happy to train the right person.
What You’ll Do
- Assist therapists with patient flow and prescribed therapeutic exercises under therapist supervision
- Prepare treatment areas before and after patient visits
- Set up, clean, and organize equipment between patients
- Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming clinic environment
- Help with phones, scheduling, greeting patients, and other basic front-desk responsibilities as needed
- Communicate patiently and professionally with patients, families, therapists, and staff
- Help create a positive experience for every patient
What We’re Looking For
- Reliable, punctual, organized, and dependable
- Friendly and comfortable working closely with patients, including older adults
- Able to multitask and stay attentive in a fast-paced outpatient clinic
- Positive, professional, eager to learn, and willing to take direction
- A team player with strong communication and follow-through
- Interested in health, wellness, rehabilitation, or helping others
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to communicate conversationally or fluently in Mandarin and/or Cantonese
- Experience in healthcare, physical therapy, fitness, hospitality, or customer service
- Interest or coursework in rehabilitation, exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, or physical therapy
- Prior PT aide, rehab aide, caregiving, or patient-facing experience is a plus
- CPR/BLS certification is a plus
Why Join HolistiCare?
- Competitive pay
- Flexible scheduling
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
- Paid time off for eligible employees
- 401(k) with employer match for eligible employees
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Hands-on experience in outpatient physical therapy
- Opportunities for mentorship, learning, and career growth
- Meaningful work helping patients improve their health and quality of life
Work Location
In person at our Honolulu clinics, with regular support for King Street and Chinatown-area patients.
To apply, please tell us whether you speak Mandarin, Cantonese, or another Chinese dialect, your level of proficiency, your current weekly availability, and your earliest possible start date.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Which languages or Chinese dialects do you speak (for example, Mandarin or Cantonese), and how comfortably can you use them in conversation with patients?
- What days and hours are you currently available each week, and what is your earliest possible start date?
- Briefly describe any experience assisting patients, guiding exercises, working in a healthcare or fitness setting, or supporting a busy team.
Language:
- Mandarin and/or Cantonese (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Hawaii Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy technician jobs across Hawaii.
- Active Hawaii physical therapy technician registration or state-recognized aide credential required
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited PT aide training program
- One or more years of hands-on patient care or clinical support experience preferred
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification current and maintained throughout employment
- Ability to assist patients with therapeutic exercises under direct physical therapist supervision
- Strong communication skills and experience working in a culturally diverse patient population
Physical Therapy Technician Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy technician in Hawaii?
Hawaii does not issue a separate state license specifically for physical therapy technicians, but the Hawaii Physical Therapy Board regulates the PT practice environment and requires aides to work under direct licensed therapist supervision. Most employers require a high school diploma, completion of a PT aide or technician training program, and a current BLS certification. Gaining experience as a patient care technician or rehab aide at a hospital or outpatient clinic is the clearest path to landing your first role.
Which companies hire physical therapy technicians in Hawaii?
Hawaii physical therapy technician roles are posted by Aegis Therapies, BAYADA Home Health Care, and Molokai General Hospital and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large integrated health systems with multiple clinic sites across Oahu and the neighbor islands tend to post the most consistent volume throughout the year.
Which Hawaii cities have the most physical therapy technician jobs?
Honolulu, Kailua, and Kaunakakai have the most physical therapy technician openings in Hawaii. Honolulu drives the largest share because it anchors the state's major hospital campuses and outpatient rehabilitation networks, while Hilo and Kailua-Kona reflect growing demand on the Big Island tied to aging population centers and expanded community health infrastructure.
Are there remote physical therapy technician jobs in Hawaii?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy technician work is hands-on by nature, requiring direct patient contact and in-person equipment support, so most roles are fully on-site. About 0% of physical therapy technician openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those limited exceptions tend to involve administrative coordination or telehealth program support rather than direct patient care duties.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy technician in Hawaii with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a patient care aide or rehabilitation aide position at a Hawaii hospital or outpatient clinic, then moving into a technician role once you demonstrate competency. The Queen's Health Systems and Hawaii Pacific Health have both hired new graduates and career changers into entry-level support roles. Completing a nationally recognized PT aide certificate program, earning your BLS credential, and highlighting any customer-facing healthcare or caregiving experience gives you a clear edge over candidates with no clinical background.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy technician jobs in Hawaii?
You can find and apply to physical therapy technician jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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