Physical Therapist I/II - California Children's Services in San Luis Obispo, California at County of San Luis Obispo

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.

Physical or Occupational Therapist I - Click here to see the full job description
Physical or Occupational Therapist II - Click here to see the full job description

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.)

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca

Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

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 hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

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

Your attached resume will not substitute for the completion of the application. Please complete all required fields and supplemental questions.

Be advised that while use of AI is common practice, we want to see your individual style and critical thinking skills in your answers to the supplemental questions.