Therapist (Senior) Extra-Help

Solano County; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Solano County is seeking a Senior Therapist to provide lead supervision for Physical and Occupational Therapists, and to administer therapy services per physician prescription. The role includes coordinating MTU/CCS program operations, responding to state information requests, and ensuring care quality across multiple sites.

The Senior Therapist will supervise staff, assist with budgets and contracts, coordinate medical/DME clinics, and liaise with parents, vendors, and school personnel while

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Possession of a valid license as a Registered Physical Therapist issued by the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance.
• Independent travel will be required.
• Positions allocated to this class may require bilingual skills.
• Selectees for employment must sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting.

Responsibilities

• Enjoy lead supervision to Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist staff and administer therapy treatments.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and staff in CCS/MTU programs; coordinate clinics and liaise with parents/vendors/school personnel.
• Provide direct therapy evaluation/treatment/consultation to a small caseload and assist with budget preparation and contracts.
• Respond to state requests for information and ensure quality of care and adherence to MTU statewide policies.

Skills

Independent travel

Bilingual skills

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist (CA Board)

Job description

EXTRA HELP POSITION

The Public Health Services Division believes that health is all about people; where they live, learn, work, and play. From our staff to our clients, we provide people with the tools they need to maintain and improve their health. The services we provide are incredibly diverse and include such activities as conducting public health nurse home visits for moms and babies, providing medical care in our clinics, and much more. You will not find a more committed group of people than public health workers. It takes a special kind of dedication to enter the public health field. Our passion is promoting health, livable communities and healthy lifestyles. As a result, we care for individuals and the community with compassion and respect.

THE POSITION

The Therapist (Senior) provides lead supervision to Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapist staff and administers physical or occupational therapy treatments; provides direct physical and/or occupational therapy services to patients on the basis of physician's prescription; consults with school personnel, parents, physicians and representatives of other agencies.

This position will oversee day to day operations and staff in CCS/MTU programs. The Therapist (Senior) will directly supervise the following program staff: Physical Therapists (1 FT, 1 EH), Occupational Therapists (1 FT, 1 EH), Medical Records Technician (1), and Account Clerks (2), will respond to State requests for information, complete program reports, assist with budget preparation and contracts, assist with program referrals/care coordination, ensure quality of care and adherence to MTU statewide program updates/guidance/policies. The position will also coordinate medical/DME clinics; serve as liaison/consultant to parents/vendors/school personnel/community agencies/public; and provide direct therapy evaluation/treatment/consultation to a small caseload.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill Extra Help positions.

Extra‑help employees do not have rights to a regular position or continued employment and are excluded from civil service. The hours worked may be part‑time or full‑time, but hours cannot exceed more than 999 hours in a fiscal year.

Note: All CalPERS retirees applying for Extra Help positions must meet CalPERS post‑retirement employment requirements. Work must be performed for a limited duration and retiree annuitant may not work more than 960 hours per fiscal year.

The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full‑time and part‑time regular, limited‑term or extra‑help positions as vacancies occur throughout the County.

Education And Experience

Experience

Two years of full‑time experience or its equivalent as a Physical Therapist.

Education/Training

Possession of a valid license as a Registered Physical Therapist issued by the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance.

Other Requirements

• Independent travel will be required.
• Positions allocated to this class may require bilingual skills.
• Selectees for employment must as a condition of employment sign a statement agreeing to comply with Section 11166 of the California Penal Code relating to child abuse reporting.

SELECTION PROCESS

5/22/2026 – The next application review deadline to submit application and required documents.

Applications will be reviewed weekly after this date.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre‑scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self‑schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES – Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at [phone], business hours are Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA.

A valid license as a Registered Physical Therapist issued by the California Board of Medical Quality Assurance is required for this position. Candidates who fail to provide proof of licensure by the application review deadline will be disqualified from the recruitment.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE POINTS

To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions.

A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE.

Applicants who have a service‑connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service‑connected reasons.

Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment/testing/examination process (as detailed in the “Selection Process”), must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form.

This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the application review deadline. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Summary

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