Pediatric Physical Therapist – School-Based Therapy

Tulare County, CA; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment

Job summary

The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is recruiting a Physical Therapist to join the Public Health Services branch and provide therapy to children in a school-based setting under the California Children’s Medical Therapy Program.

Applicants will work with families and school staff to set functional goals, deliver therapy, and document outcomes according to CCS guidelines, with opportunities for loan repayment up to $25,000 for a 24-month commitment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college/university with an approved Physical Therapy program.
• License to practice as a physical therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California.

Responsibilities

• Establishes treatment plans with functional goals and measurable objectives based upon evaluations.
• Provides therapy as prescribed by the child's physician.
• Confers with school personnel, equipment/orthotic providers, and social service workers.
• Educates parents and caregivers on home programs for the child.
• Identifies needs and recommends rehabilitation equipment and orthotics.
• Participates in medical therapy conferences, staff meetings, and parent meetings.

Skills

Therapy planning

Family-centered care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Communication with parents

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Licensed PT in CA

Job description

The Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA) is recruiting a Physical Therapist to join the Public Health Services branch and provide therapy to children in a school-based setting under the California Children’s Medical Therapy Program.

Applicants will work with families and school staff to set functional goals, deliver therapy, and document outcomes according to CCS guidelines, with opportunities for loan repayment up to $25,000 for a 24-month commitment.