Physical Therapist

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Physical Therapist

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Description

THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY
The El Dorado County Health And Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. Their over 600 employees are dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities.

PUBLIC HEALTH, CALIFORNIA CHILDREN'S SERVICES
The California Children's Services Program is a mandatory County service as stipulated in Health and Safety Code starting with Section 123845 of which physical and occupational services are included as described in Government Code starting with Section 7570. T herapist applies intervention in a clinical setting, monitoring and education to families carrying out in-home home therapy and general case management of those children in collaboration with various medical specialty centers. Develops and initiates client specific treatment plans, participate in local education IEPs, conducts in home functional assessments, assesses and fabricates applications for functional adaptation, creates and maintains intervention records, input and retrieve health care reports in a designated EMR. May participate in telehealth video encounters.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Physical Therapist will have the opportunity to plans perform and direct physical therapy for han dicapped persons, primarily children, and participates as a team member with physi cians, parents and others in furthering the child's neuro-muscular development.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Evaluate motor and development skills and explain results of evaluation to physicians, parents and teachers; determine goals for ongoing treatment.
• Instruct parents in activities and exercises which encourage development of skills or remediate or prevent problems.
• Organize and participate in children's clinics.
• Provide gait training to children, including helping them with the use of assisting devices such as walkers and crutches; provide wheelchair skills training.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises to improve strength, range of motion and balance.
• Determine the need for and fit of adaptive equipment such as standers, walkers, wheelchairs and other mobility and positioning devices.
• Observe and make verbal and written documentation of patient progress.

For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here .

Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations:

• Must possess or be able to obtain registration as a physical therapist issued by the State of California.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Sufficient education and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and skills outlined below.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices and methods of physical therapy.
• Objectives of physical therapy treatment.
• Diagnostic and prognostic tests used in evaluations.
• Neuro-muscular function and dysfunction, including skeletal and muscular anatomy.
• Kinesiology and modalities of treatment.
• Psychological problems of the handicapped and their families.
• Construction, use and care of orthopedic appliances and equipment.

Skill in:

• Performing evaluative tests of physical abilities.
• Instructing and assisting with therapeutic exercises.
• Explaining and interpreting tests, diagnoses, objectives and methods to patients, parents and school personnel.
• Working as a team member in the therapy effort to ensure carry over in the treatment and training of patients.
• Integrating physical therapy activities with other medical and developmental programs.
• Preparing accurate and complete case notes, correspondence, reports and other written materials.
• Using initiative and sound judgment within established guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Physical Therapist, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Rachel Wallick in Human Resources at Rachel.Wallick @edcgov.us.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. Extra help positions may transition to a regular full time employee status if the conditions of Personnel Rule 1103.1 exist.

For more information on the recruitment process, click here.

Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Physical Therapist. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months for locations in Placerville, Ca. We currently have the following vacancy:

• One (1) extra help vacancy in the Health and Human Services Department, Public Health Division, located in Placerville, CA.

Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:

• 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
• 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
• 129 miles to San Francisco

Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:

• Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
• Skiing and Snowboarding
• Live Music and Music Festivals
• Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
• El Dorado County Fair
• Placerville Speedway
• Farm to Fork Restaurants
• Local Shopping Gems

Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information.

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The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!

For your Health and Well-Being:

• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Basic Life Insurance
  
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
  
• Discounts on gym memberships
  

For your Financial Future:

• CalPERSRetirement
  
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
  
• Optional Life Insurance
  

For your Work/Life Balance:

• Paid Holidays
  
• Floating Holidays
  
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
  

To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here.

Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$40.99 - $49.83 Hourly