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Physical Therapist Assistant

San Joaquin General Hospital

Recruitment #0814-RH6200-TM

Introduction

Salary identified reflects adjustment due to COLA per MOU. Effective date of adjustment is 7/13/15.

This examination is being given to fill two (2) vacancies with San Joaquin General Hospital Therapy Services Department and to establish a referral pool to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

 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.

TYPICAL DUTIES

  • Utilizing proper techniques and safety precautions, administers therapeutic treatment to patients within the treatment programs established by a licensed physical therapist, including:  passive to resistive exercises, muscle re-education, and mobility training. 
  • Observes and records treatment results; adjusts the treatment to the needs of individual patient with consultation of the licensed physical therapist; reports patient reactions and changes to the licensed physical therapist.
  • Maintains accurate records and prepares reports. 
  • Assists in gathering patient assessment data; may contribute to the intervention plan and re-assessment process.
  • Assists in instructing patients, parents and caregivers with home exercise programs and equipment utilization.
  • Attends staff meetings and patient conferences as assigned.
  • Participates in in-service education programs and staff development classes.
  • May maintain treatment areas and supplies; may adjust and make minor repairs to equipment.
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Note: Supplemental application must be submitted with employment application.

    Licenses and Certificates:  Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) and, if required by the nature of the assignment, possession of a valid California driver’s license.

    KNOWLEDGE

    Principles, methods, materials, and equipment used in physical therapy; basic principles of anatomy and physiology; safe methods of positioning patients for treatment; body mechanics and safety procedures; possible hazards to patients during treatment and necessary precautionary and remedial measures; basic medical record keeping; basic computer operations, including pertinent software.

    ABILITY

    Demonstrate to patients and others, acceptable therapeutic techniques utilized in a wide variety of physical therapies; follow, understand, interpret, and implement a licensed therapist’s written or oral directions regarding physical therapy treatment plans; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, staff and others; utilize computers and standard office automation equipment; complete accurate medical records and/or charts; prepare reports.

    PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    Mobility - Frequent standing for long periods; 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 repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; 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; constant concentration required; Environmental - Occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents.

    BENEFITS

    Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

    Per Diem: Per Diem employees receive 15% supplemental pay in lieu of benefits.

    Selection Procedures

    Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination.  If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

    Testing Accommodation:  Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. 

    Physical Exam:  Some classifications require physical examinations.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination.  The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

    Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam:  Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen.  The County pays for the initial drug screen.

    Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

    • They are related to the Appointing Authority, or

    • The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

    Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

    Proof of Eligibility:  If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Apply Online:       

    www.sjgov.org/hr

    By mail or in person:  

    San Joaquin County Human Resources

    44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

    Stockton, Ca 95202                                  

     

    Office hours:               
    Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

    Phone:  (209) 468-3370 

     

    Job Line:

    For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. 

    When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).  

    San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

    Equal Opportunity Employer:  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.  For more information go to
    www.sjgov.org/eeo.




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    Human Resources Division  Stockton, CA 95202
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