Physical Therapist I/II California Children's Services (Open & Promotional)

Salary : $45.61 - $63.90 Hourly

Location : County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : F182L

Department : Family Health Services

Opening Date : 05 / 09 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Note : This recruitment schedule was amended on May 28, 2024, to extend the Final Filing Date. This recruitment has been changed to "Continuous."

The California Children's Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Unit (MTU) is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist to provide a full range of physical therapy treatments / services to children with physical disabilities from birth to 21 years at special education sites.

The children have chronic neuromuscular conditions, such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, traumatic brain injury and muscular dystrophy.

The incumbents will be working on an interdisciplinary team with parents and other professionals. This is a unique opportunity to work in a friendly and cooperative team environment based at Medical Therapy Units in San Mateo and San Bruno.

The ideal candidate has graduated from an accredited physical therapy curriculum and has at least one year of experience working in pediatrics, with neurological and orthopedic conditions.

The ideal candidate is licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California; has experience working with children of all ages;

and is able to use an electronic medical record system. Physical therapists without pediatric experience and / or new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Lastly, the ideal candidate would be interested in expanding their knowledge regarding therapy intervention and treatment for various diseases.

Physical Therapist I, CCS ($45.61 - $57.03 / Hourly) is the entry level class in this series. Under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the full range of general therapy treatments while developing and learning the skills to apply more advanced and / or specialized treatments.

This class is flexibly staffed with Physical Therapist II, CCS and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.

Physical Therapist II, CCS ($51.12 - $63.90 / Hourly) is the experienced journey level class in this series. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of general therapy treatments with a greater degree of independence and proficiency, additionally applying more specialized and advanced therapy treatments.

Staff may also provide technical advice and training to less experienced staff.

The current vacancy is a Full-Time, Regular position.

NOTE : The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Under medical direction, plan and perform physical therapy intervention for children with physical disabilities.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment to children.
• Administer physical therapy treatments in accordance with a prescription from the orthopedist, neurologist, pediatrician or physiatrist.
• Provide therapeutic activities to increase strength and endurance and improve coordination, balance posture, breathing, functional mobility and gait.
• Design and monitor classroom and home positioning programs and exercise or activity programs.
• Recommend seating, positioning and functional mobility devices and orthotics.
• Design, fabricate and monitor lower extremity orthotics.
• Instruct parents and classroom personnel in the use of lower extremity orthotics and equipment.
• Design and construct, or supervise construction of, specialized equipment or orthotics.
• Provide expertise regarding therapeutic management during clinic, staff conference, Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings, and parent meetings.
• Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the child's response to treatment in accordance with state California Children's Services standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and refer parents to community services.
• Determine need for department and patient-related supplies and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas.
• May participate as clinical preceptor in a university affiliated physical therapy student program.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Note : The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics.

Licensure / Certification :

Eligibility for or licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California. Failure to obtain licensure within twelve months of employment may result in termination.

Education and Experience :

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to qualify is :

Physical Therapist I, CCS : Graduation from an approved school of physical therapy.

Physical Therapist II, CCS : One year of supervised experience in pediatric physical therapy.

Knowledge of :

• Principles and methods of physical therapy.
• Neuromuscular function and dysfunction, kinesiology, psychology and the basic pathology involved in cerebral palsy and other medically eligible conditions.
• Objectives of physical therapy treatment for children with physical disabilities.
• Family centered therapy.
• Growth and development of children.
• Construction, use and care of orthopedic appliances and equipment.
• Available resources for adaptive equipment and indications for appropriate use.
• Community resources for children with disabilities and their families.

Skill / Ability to :

• Evaluate and develop a treatment plan for children with various disabilities.
• Document findings, progress and recommendations in progress reports and daily running notes.
• Administer physical therapy treatments.
• Explain and teach physical therapy activities to children, parents, health care professionals, local school authorities and other interested persons.
• Instruct others in the use of the home program.
• Analyze situations accurately and implement an effective plan of action.
• Prepare reports and keep records of case histories.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Act as a consultant / trainer for educational and other staff.
• Provide suitable transportation between work sites.
• Lift or assist with lifting children and equipment.

Application / Examination

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help / limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help / limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement.

Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

The examination will consist of an application screening (weight : pass / fail) based solely on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions.

Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight : 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.

All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button.

If you are not on the County's website, please go to org to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.

A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight (unless otherwise stated) on the final filing date.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date : Continuous

Application Screening : TBD

Combined Civil Service Panel Interviews : TBD

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment.

The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst : Debbie Kong (20240513) (Physical Therapist II CCS - F182)

Please visit for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.

Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.

As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities.

Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.

County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.

IMPORTANT : Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process.

Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process.

A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.

Proceed to supplemental questions.

This position requires you to be eligible for or licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California.

Do you meet this qualification? (If you possess a Physical Therapist license, please include your license number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application.

A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)

• Yes - I am eligible for Physical Therapist licensure
• Yes - I possess a Physical Therapist licensure
• No - I am not eligible for nor do I possess licensure as a Physical Therapist

Describe how your education, training and experience prepare you for a position as Physical Therapist for California Children's Services.

Please also include your experience working on a team. Be specific.

Describe your treatment approaches for a patient diagnosed with left hemiparesis.

Selecting interest in Extra Help will significantly increase the number of opportunities you may be referred to. We often have the need to fill Extra-help, vacancies, which are excellent opportunities to gain exposure to the Division, apply and learn new skills and determine if you would be interested in a regular position in San Mateo County Health.

Please select if you are interested in Extra Help opportunities.

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