Physical Therapist I/II California Children's Services (Open & Promotional)
San Mateo County
- San Mateo, CA
- $45.61-63.90 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- 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.
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.
- 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.
Final Filing Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2024 11:59 PM PST
Application Screening: Week of May 28, 2024
Combined Civil Service Panel Interviews: Week of June 13, 2024San 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.