Physical Therapist

The Kings County Public Health Department is seeking a dedicated and skilled Physical Therapist to join our team. Under direction, this position plays a vital role in providing comprehensive physical therapy services, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with families, physicians, school personnel, and community organizations to support children's health and well-being. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a strong commitment to improving their mobility, independence, and overall well-being.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plans, organizes, administers, and performs physical therapy for children under 21 with neurological or physical disabilities.
• Assists the physician in patient assessment by interviewing and evaluating the patient’s physical condition; administers appropriate tests.
• Reviews clinical records, medical prescriptions and/or physician referrals to develop individual treatment programs based on goals and objectives; observes, evaluates and records patient’s treatment, reactions, and progress in a clinical record; modifies treatment plan in response to significant changes in patient’s condition.
• Administers active, passive, and resistive therapeutic exercises; schedules and administers thermotherapy, electrotherapy, mechanotherapy, and hydrotherapy, as appropriate.
• Works with families, physicians, school personnel, community organizations, and vendors; instructs patients and caregivers regarding exercises and other activities which are to be continued in the home; instructs patients and caregivers in patient ambulation, use of mobility aids, and proper use and care of equipment.
• Attends clinics, trainings/conferences and meetings as directed and authorized; may provide Targeted Case Management services and engage in outreach and other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries.
• Attends Individualized Education Program meetings as requested; monitors and assists in preparation of the Interagency Agreement between the local education area and the CCS Program; may act as a liaison between the State CCS Program, the local program, and local education agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in physical therapy, kinesiology, or a closely related field.
• One (1) year of experience in providing physical therapy as a Registered Physical Therapist. (Experience working with children is highly desirable.)
• Possession of a valid California driver's license issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment.
• Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Physical Therapist in the State of California to be maintained throughout employment.