Physical Therapist

Kings County; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kings County Department of Public Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to provide direct therapeutic services, develop individualized treatment plans, and help residents improve mobility and overall quality of life.

Requirements include a bachelor-equivalent degree in physical therapy, California license to practice, one year of experience, CPR certification, and the ability to collaborate with families, schools, and physicians. Security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with active California license.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in providing physical therapy.
• Experience working with children is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy to clients.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapy administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education & instruction

Recordkeeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy or related field

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

The Kings County Department of Public Health is currently seeking qualified individuals for the position of PHYSICAL THERAPIST.

$95,908.80 - $117,020.80 Annually

Kings County is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to support community wellness through compassionate, evidence-based care within Public Health. This role provides direct therapeutic services, develops individualized treatment plans, and helps patients improve mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. Join a team committed to strengthening the health of Kings County residents through proactive, hands-on rehabilitation services.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.

• Plans, organizes, administers, and performs physical therapy for children under 21 with neurological or physical disabilities.
• Assists the physician in patient assessment by interviewing and evaluating the patient’s physical condition; administers appropriate tests.
• Reviews clinical records, medical prescriptions and/or physician referrals to develop individual treatment programs based on goals and objectives; observes, evaluates and records patient’s treatment, reactions, and progress in a clinical record; modifies treatment plan in response to significant changes in patient’s condition.
• Administers active, passive, and resistive therapeutic exercises; schedules and administers thermotherapy, electrotherapy, mechanotherapy, and hydrotherapy, as appropriate.
• Works with families, physicians, school personnel, community organizations, and vendors; instructs patients and caregivers regarding exercises and other activities which are to be continued in the home; instructs patients and caregivers in patient ambulation, use of mobility aids, and proper use and care of equipment.
• Attends clinics, trainings/conferences and meetings as directed and authorized; may provide Targeted Case Management services and engage in outreach and other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
• Attends Individualized Education Program meetings as requested; monitors and assists in preparation of the Interagency Agreement between the local education area and the CCS Program; may act as a liaison between the State CCS Program, the local program, and local education agencies.
• Maintains records and prepares written reports as required; completes quality improvement audits and provides feedback; maintains program clerical administration, equipment, supplies, and inventory.
• Observes and complies with all County and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Please note: Work experience for the last 15 years must be included in the work history portion of your application. It is also important that your application show all the relevant education and experience that you possess, even if it extends beyond the required past 15 years. A resume may be attached, but is not a substitute for completing the application and supplemental questions. Failure to submit a completed application may eliminate you from the recruitment.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in physical therapy, kinesiology, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in providing physical therapy as a Registered Physical Therapist. (Experience working with children is highly desirable.)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Licenses:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.
• Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Physical Therapist in the State of California to be maintained throughout employment.

Certifications:

• Possession of a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate for adult, child, and infant to be maintained throughout employment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.

For a complete description of duties and qualifications, please view the detailed job specification below.

Physical Therapist

All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or a written examination (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) to determine placement on the eligible list.

Note: Those applicants who are among the top 40 written test scores will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

You must submit a certified DD-214 and a new request form for each application submission prior to the closing date.

Tentative Recruitment Process

Final Date to Apply: September 18, 2026

Human Resources Oral Board: October 8, 2026