Physical Therapist I

County of Contra Costa; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking an entry-level Physical Therapist I in California to evaluate and plan physical therapy treatments. The ideal candidate will administer various therapies, educate patients, and work collaboratively with healthcare teams. Licensing requirements include possession of a valid California Physical Therapist license and a Basic Life Support certification. This role offers an opportunity to gain experience in a supportive medical environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by California.
• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy school or acceptance to take licensure examination.
• Must maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and plans physical therapy treatments.
• Administers physical therapy treatments and monitors patient progress.
• Instructs patients on pain management and rehabilitation techniques.
• Collaborates with other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills

Physical therapy treatment

Patient communication

Customer service

Collaboration with healthcare providers

Education

Valid Physical Therapist license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate

Job description

Contra Costa County Health Services Department is recruiting individuals on a continuous basis to fill entry-level Physical Therapist I positions. Therapists may be assigned to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and its Health Centers or the California Children Services (CCS) Programs located throughout the County.

Physical Therapist I is an entry-level classification requiring no experience. Incumbents in this classification perform a full range of general therapy treatments while developing and learning the skills and knowledge necessary to apply more advanced and/or specialized treatments.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and plans physical therapy treatments in accordance with medical direction
• Administers or supervises the administration of physical therapy treatments including but not limited to the following areas: neuromuscular facilitation and reeducation, assistive orthotic and prosthetic device fabrication fitting and training, temporary splinting and gait training, bracing soft and bony tissue mobilization, manual and mechanical traction, hydrotherapy, cryotherapy, thermal therapy and massage, transcutaneous neuromuscular and electrical stimulation
• Instructs patients in pain management, injury prevention, posture correction and body mechanics
• Monitors and facilitates patients progress
• Develops or directs development of special equipment
• Provides and promotes excellent customer service for all internal and external customers
• Explains medical recommendations with respect to physical therapy to patients and their families
• Observes patient reaction, keeps records and prepares required reports
• Learns to perform specialized and advanced therapy treatments
• Administers diagnostic and prognostic tests
• Provides consultation and education relative to therapy treatment
• Collaborates with other care providers to ensure proper patient treatment and follow-up
• Secures and returns clinic supplies and equipment and maintains required records and statistics
• Prepares reports relative to patient treatment, discharge planning and the evaluation of treatment services
• Provides training and work direction to aides, assistants, interns and volunteers
• Consults with other therapists as needed

Requirements:

Either 1) Possession and maintenance of a valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California, or 2) Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy and acceptance of an application to take the State of California Physical Therapy Licensing Examination. Continued employment under the latter requirement is dependent upon successfully passing the licensing examination that has been applied for.

Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association or a CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply online at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of filing.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.