Physical Therapist I/II - California Children's Services

County of San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department seeks a full-time Physical Therapist I/II to join the California Children’s Services team. The role focuses on pediatric therapy across MTUs, guiding muscle reeducation, gait and prosthetic training for children with qualifying conditions.

Ideal candidates will have CA licensure and experience with children’s disabilities. The position may be located at Oceano, SLO, Atascadero, or Paso Robles, with flexible assignments and term placements as

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid California license as a Registered Physical Therapist.
• Experience working with children with physical disabilities preferred.
• For PT II, three years post-licensure therapy experience required; Master's may substitute for one year.

Responsibilities

• Organize, conduct and supervise physical therapy treatments and programs at MTUs.
• Provide therapy to children and guide exercises for gait, transfers and prosthetic training.
• Instruct patients and care providers in use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes and devices.

Skills

Physical therapy

Gait training

Muscle reeducation

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy (substitution clause)

Tools

Rehabilitation equipment

Job description

The County of San Luis Obispo Public Health Department is currently recruiting for a full-time Physical Therapist I/II to join the California Children’s Services team! California Children’s Services (CCS) is a statewide program that arranges, directs, and pays for medical care, equipment, and rehabilitation for children and young adults less than 21 years of age who have eligible medical conditions.

Work Location -- May be assigned to any of the County's MTU locations -- Oceano, SLO, Atascadero, Paso Robles. Must be able to work at any MTU location as a temporary or permanent work location.

This position will organize, conduct and supervise physical therapy treatments and programs at one or more California Children’s Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Units (MTU).

This position provides physical therapy treatment to children with qualifying physical disabilities and will be involved in directing and assisting patients in various exercises and activities for muscle reeducation, gait, transfer and prosthetic training, and instructing patients and care providers in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes and prosthetic devices.

This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with children with physical disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Physical Therapist I: Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Physical Therapist.
• Physical Therapist II: Possession of a valid California license as a Registered Physical Therapist; AND: Three years of post-licensure therapy experience (a Master's Degree in Physical or Occupational Therapy may be substituted for one year of the required experience.)

This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at any time without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. Confidential inquiries are welcome.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.