Physical Therapist-Clinical Specialist/Senior

Physical Therapist-Clinical Specialist/Senior Recruitment # 0326-RH6204-AC Approximate Salary: Clinical Specialist $8,883.44 - $10,797.88/month; Senior $8,214.77-$9,985.11/month NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. Position Summary: Physical Therapists perform a variety of physical therapy services including assessment, planning, treatment, related documentation and communication. Initially, incumbents work under immediate supervision, but as experience is gained, they may exercise greater latitude and judgment and may be assigned to mentor less experienced therapists and/or students. Equal Employment Opportunity San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Three years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. Special Requirement: EITHER 1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR 2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. If assigned as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education, a Clinical Instructor credential is desirable. Licenses: Must possess and maintain a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC); and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license. Knowledge Current physical therapy theory, principles, methods, and equipment Anatomy and physiology Principles of psychological and physiological problems of persons with disabling conditions Principles of clinical supervision Medical terminology Basic medical record keeping Basic computer operations, including pertinent software Ability Organize and implement physical therapy treatment programs Teach techniques of treatment in specialty areas Conduct individual and group treatment programs Interpret and adapt physician’s orders and/or written reports Gather, analyze, interpret and report statistical data Prepare complex written reports Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, parents, caregivers, staff and others Direct the work of others, including para-professional staff Interpret and implement regulatory standards Utilize computers and office automation equipment Complete accurate medical records and/or charts Physical / Mental Requirements Mobility – operation of a data entry device, frequent standing for long periods, occasional sitting, constant walking, occasional pushing/pulling, frequent bending/squatting Lifting – occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people Vision – frequent color perception, occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception, frequent reading Dexterity – frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion, frequent reaching, grasping and writing, occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools Hearing/Talking – constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone, frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds Special Requirements – may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work Emotional/Psychological – occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required Environmental – occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Benefits County contribution to health, dental and vision insurance plans 1937 Retirement Act plan with reciprocity with CALPERS 12 days sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation 10 days vacation leave (15 days after 3 years, 20 days after 10 years, and 23 days after 20 years) 14 paid holidays per year Life insurance 125 Flexible Benefits Plan 457 Deferred Compensation plan Salary merit increases Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : Multiple choice format; minimum rating 70% to be placed on eligible list. Oral Exam : Structured interview; minimum rating 70% to be placed on eligible list. Written & Oral Exam : Weighted at 60% written, 40% oral; minimum rating 70% on each to be placed on eligible list. Rate‑out : Paper rating of application using education, training, experience criteria. (Candidates will not be scheduled for rate‑out process.) How to Apply Apply Online: By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources, 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330, Stockton, CA 95202 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Applicants must file before 5:00 p.m. or postmark by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. For more information, visit . #J-18808-Ljbffr