Senior Physical Therapist- Pediatrics

Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist

The current vacancy is at Ventura County's outpatient clinic, Eastman Therapy Servicesa leading healthcare provider dedicated to serving pediatric patients in our community. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and their families, and our team of healthcare professionals strives to make a positive impact every day.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Outpatient Pediatric Physical Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with infants, children, and adolescents, and possess strong clinical skills in pediatric care. Previous NICU experience is a plus but not mandatory for the position.

Under direction, the Physical Therapist evaluates referred patients, plans and administers individualized treatment programs for habilitation and rehabilitation, and coordinates necessary resources. The role also involves supervising the clinical work of staff physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, aides, volunteers, and students, as needed. Additional related duties may be assigned.

Department/Agency: Eastman Therapy Services/Health Care Agency. Senior Physical Therapist is represented by the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies within the Health Care Agency. There is currently one (1) Regular vacancy. Opening Date: November 09, 2026. Closing Date: Continuous.

Examples Of Duties

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

• Examines, evaluates, designs treatment plans to meet the physical and functional needs of patients.
• Provides services from newborn to 21 with variety of disorders and conditions that may include but not limited to developmental delays, premature infants, neurological conditions, movement disorders, musculoskeletal disorder and injuries, gait abnormalities, orthopedic conditions, torticollis.
• Coordinates physical therapy programs with patient/caregiver, other team members, and involved in the care of assigned patients.
• Works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, occupational therapist, speech therapist and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Documents patient progress, treatment plans and outcomes appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Provides in-service training.
• Supervises the clinical skills of staff therapists.
• Participates in the maintenance of departmental equipment and ordering of supplies.
• Assists in identifying and prioritizing department needs and overall planning.
• Supervises assistants, aides, students, volunteers, and clerical staff in the absence of the supervisor.
• Provides patient and family education to assist in the achievement of functional goals.
• Participates in improving organizational performance.
• Under supervision, develops and implements department programs.
• May be asked to participate in specialty clinics such as High Risk infant follow-up clinic.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

Education, Training and Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of physical therapy, or proof of equivalency
AND
• Two (2) years of physical therapy experience;
OR
• Successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one year of experience as a Physical Therapist.

• Possession and maintenance of a current valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by the State of California; or must be eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Physical Therapist License.
• Possession and maintenance of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate by hire date.
• Some experience working with pediatric patients.
• Live scan fingerprinting clearance may be required prior to appointment.
• Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Previous experience working in NICU

the principles of human anatomy and physiology; administer various types of physical therapy treatment utilizing manual therapy techniques, exercise, and equipment; departmental processes and procedures; care and maintenance of physical therapy equipment and principles; practices and techniques used in physical therapy among infant and pediatric patients.

establish effective working relationships with patients, physicians, and co-workers; plan and supervise the work of others; and ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources-Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003. Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. Information for Transfer Candidates: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (Download PDF reader) for additional information. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. APPLICATION EVALUATION pass/fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure, certification, and experience for this recruitment. Those candidates who meet the requirements will be placed on the eligible list. Applicants successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. For further information about this recruitment, please contact Liz Gonzalez via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or by telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io.