 Menu

Physical Therapist - License Applicant

San Joaquin General Hospital

Recruitment #1115-TH6201-TM

Approximate Salary

$30.98 - $37.66/hour

Opening Date

11/2/2015 08:00:00 AM

Closing Date

1/12/2017 2:15:00 PM

Employment Type

Temporary

Analyst

Bruce Cager

Tentative Exam Date

TBA

Go Back View Benefits

Introduction

This examination is being given to fill one temporary vacancy in San Joaquin General Hospital's Therapy Services Department. 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.

Amended Announcement to reflect 5% COLA increase effective 12/12/16

TYPICAL DUTIES

Conducts physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings.
Plans and implements physical therapeutic treatments for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly.
Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff.
Records information on patient charts, maintains accurate records, and prepares written reports.
Attends staff meetings and patient conferences; participates in in-service and staff development classes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from a Physical Therapy Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and completion of a clinical internship in physical therapy; OR completion of a program that has been deemed acceptable by the state board as an approved program.

Special Requirement: Possess official confirmation from the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) authorizing physical therapist license applicant status. Incumbents must successfully pass the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) and the California Law Examination (CLE) within one year from the date of the original notice to appear for the examination. Failure to successfully pass both examinations within one year of employment will result in release from employment.

License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license if required by the nature of the assignment.

KNOWLEDGE

Current physical therapy theory, principles, methods, and equipment used in physical therapy; anatomy and physiology; basic principles of psychology and physiological problems of persons with disabling conditions; medical terminology; basic medical record keeping; basic computer operations, including pertinent software.

ABILITY

Organize and implement physical therapy treatment programs; conduct individual and group treatment programs; interpret and adapt physician’s orders and/or written reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, parents, caregivers, staff, and others; utilize computers and office automation equipment; complete accurate medical records and/or charts.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility – operation of a data entry device; 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 occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools 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; may require 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; frequent 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.

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.