Pediatric Physical Therapist I/II

Stanislaus Animal Services; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanislaus County Health Services Agency seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist to serve children from birth to 21 years under the CCS Medical Therapy Program. The role emphasizes evaluation, goal-directed treatment planning, and collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams in outpatient, home, or community settings.

Qualified candidates will possess California PT licensure and experience in pediatric care, with opportunities to supervise aides and participate in IEP processes

Qualifications

• Current licensure with the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• Authorization to take the licensing exam under supervision (PT license applicant).
• Current licensure with the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
• Licensing permit from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy evaluations and treatments.
• Design treatment programs with functional goals based on evaluation.
• Review clinical records and physician referrals to plan care.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate patient records and progress reports.
• Attend clinics, case conferences, staff meetings, and trainings.
• Evaluate for adaptive equipment and instruct caregivers in use.
• Provide therapy recommendations to families and caregivers.
• Participate in IEP processes and represent the Medical Therapy Program.
• Provide direction to Therapy Aides, volunteers and interns.

Skills

Therapy principles

Patient evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Documentation

Clinical reasoning

Caregiver training

Education

PT licensure CA

PT license applicant pathway

OT CA licensure

NBCOT licensing permit

Job description

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Health Services Agency is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist with pediatric experience serving children with complex medical conditions. They demonstrate expertise in evaluation, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and families. The candidate is organized, adaptable, and committed to providing culturally responsive, family-centered care that supports improved functional outcomes for children served through the California Children’s Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP).

THE POSITION

Under medical direction, the physical therapist plans and performs therapy for physically disabled clients ranging in age from birth to 21 years who are eligible for services through the California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Program. Services are primarily provided in an outpatient clinic setting but may also be provided within the home/community to address equipment needs and caregiver training. This classification requires specialized knowledge in pediatric care, physical therapy laws and regulations, and will work independently and on an interdisciplinary team with parents and other professionals. The physical therapist is expected to exercise professional judgement, critical thinking, and requires the ability to adapt procedures and plan of care for the more complex cases based on responses to the treatment plan.

This position is within a dual classification for the Physical/Occupational Therapist. This recruitment is for the Physical Therapist I/II.

• Provide physical therapy evaluations and appropriate treatments
• Design treatment programs for patients that include realistic, functional goals based on therapist's evaluation and appropriate precautions
• Review clinical record, medical prescription and/or physician referral to develop treatment plans
• Monitor patient's progress and work with an interdisciplinary team to modify treatment plans
• Maintain accurate clinical records and prepare written patient progress reports
• Attend clinics, case conferences, staff meetings, and in-service training
• Evaluate for and order adaptive and durable medical equipment and instruct patients and caregivers in its use
• Provide therapy recommendations
• Consult with patient's caregivers and any other agencies involved in the care of assigned patients
• Participate in the IEP process and represent the Medical Therapy Program
• Provide general direction to Therapy Aides, volunteers and student interns for labor relations purposes.

KNOWLEDGE

• Principles, methods, materials and equipment used in physical or occupational therapy
• Possible reactions of and hazards to patients during treatment, and precautionary and remedial measures
• Anatomy, physiology, neuromuscular function and dysfunction, kinesiology, and neuromotor development
• Pathology and injuries which result in physical impairment
• Current trends and new developments in therapy techniques
• The growth and development of children

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Organize and implement therapy treatment plans
• Explain the techniques involved in a wide variety of therapy modalities and procedures
• Interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, staff, and others
• Perform essential physical/mental requirements
• Prepare and maintain accurate case records and reports

PHYSICAL THERAPIST II

All knowledge, skills and abilities listed above plus:

• Provide direction to subordinate personnel.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL THERAPIST I:

PATTERN I

• Current licensure with the Physical Therapy Board of California.

PATTERN II

• Be in possession of a letter of authorization from the Physical Therapy Board of California to take the licensing examination to perform as a “physical therapist license applicant” under the direct and immediate supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist for 90 days pending the results of the first licensing examination administered.

PATTERN III

• Current licensure with the California Board of Occupational Therapy.

PATTERN IV

• Be in possession of a Licensing Permit from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy to work under the direct and immediate supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist for 90 days pending the results of the first licensing examination administered.

* No experience required for any of the above patterns for the Physical Therapist I.

PHYSICAL THERAPIST II:

PATTERN I

• Current licensure with the Physical Therapy Board of California.
• One (1) year of full-time experience as a fully licensed professional Physical Therapist

PATTERN II

• Current licensure with the California Board of Occupational Therapy; and
• One (1) year of full-time experience as a fully licensed professional Occupational Therapist

Proof of education and/or licensure is required for verification purposes after the eligible list has been established as part of the selection interview process. Proof of education (transcripts and/or degree) may be attached at the time of online application submission if available.

GENERAL INFORMATION

CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to the Community and Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS

Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.