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Natividad lists this Physical Therapist opportunity in salinas, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Natividad is currently seeking to fill Permanent and Per Diem Physical Therapist positions in the Acute Rehabilitation Unit and Therapy Services Department . Under general direction, these incumbents develop, implement, and document medically prescribed physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; assists patients tin reaching maximum performance. Applications will be reviewed as needed until the positions are filled. Please allow 2 weeks for processing of all application materials. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future temporary and permanent positions as vacancies arise.Exam#26/50G11/09SS.
The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses and awards veterans' preference points for this recruitment. To learn more about the eligibility requirements and the process, be sure to read the Hiring Preference for Veterans and Eligible Military Spouses section located towards the end of this job flier.
Examples of Duties
SIGNIFICANT RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION
Evaluate patients referred by physicians to determine type and extent of treatment; administer diagnostic and prognostic muscle, nerve, joint and functional ability tests
Plan and evaluate physical therapy treatment program and set appropriate goals and objective; supervise the treatment of patients
Administer and treat patients by directing and aiding patients in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training; apply modalities such as massage, heat, water, ultrasound and electricity; adapt conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the needs of patients unable to comprehend verbal commands or voluntarily carry out a regime of therapeutic exercises; direct patients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, and crutches
Document records and prepare reports on patients' treatment and progress; prepare discharge summaries; participate in quality assurance activities
Coordinate with other rehabilitative sections regarding patient treatment
Provide functional supervision of Physical Therapy Helpers and student interns assisting in the treatment of patients; train paraprofessional staff members
Attend in-service training sessions; provide training to medical and nursing personnel in physical therapy techniques and objectives
Examples of Experience/Education/Training
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Licensure: Possession of a valid Physical Therapist license issued by the State of California or the ability to obtain one prior to start date. (Please ensure the name on your license/certification either matches the name on your application or is indicated somewhere on your application, as all licenses/certifications will be verified via primary source.)
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Thorough knowledge of:
Principles, modalities, methods, and equipment of modern physical therapy techniques
Anatomy, physiology, neuro-muscular functions, dysfunctions, and kinesiology; pathologies and injuries that result in physical impairment
Evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to complex patients
Regulatory practice requirements
Working knowledge of:
Proper use and care of orthopedic equipment and appliances
Utilization management, charging protocols and regulatory compliance
Clinical supervision and clinical instruction
Skill and Ability to:
Develop, implement and adapt treatment programs
Administer physical therapy treatments and exercises
Analyze, evaluate and draw logical conclusions from data
Read, understand and interpret written instructions, such as physician's order, instructions for therapy and the use of equipment
Communicate orally in order to instruct staff, patients and their families
Act as lead to Physical Therapy Assistants and Helpers
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, and with hospital staff
Maintain quality control in work performance
Prepare and maintain accurate records of work performed
Prioritize and organize work flow in an effective manner
Observe safety precautions related to the work
Work shifts including weekends and holidays
Work around potentially hazardous and infectious substances/diseases
EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING
Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:
Education: One year of experience performing duties as a registered Physical Therapist
Additional Information
APPLICATION SUBMISSION: A completed Monterey County Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, must be submitted for a review to the Natividad Human Resources Office, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 300, Salinas, CA. 93906 OR on-line applications may be submitted at Optional resume may be attached to the on-line application or emailed separately to: All license/certificates will be verified via primary source, so please ensure that the name on license/certification matches the name on application. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to received regular application materials, please contact the Natividad HR Office at . Office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.
QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT: To further assess applicants' possessions of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, physical ability exam, or written examination.
ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.
HIRING PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS AND ELIGIBLE MILITARY SPOUSES
The County of Monterey is committed to honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans and eligible military spouses (i.e., surviving spouses of veterans, spouses of totally disabled veterans, and spouses of active-duty service members) and awards veterans' preference points for this recruitment. To obtain a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application, please visit the Human Resources website or click on the following link: Click Here to View the Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application
To apply for veterans' preference points, veterans or eligible military spouses must complete and email a Veterans and Eligible Military Spouse Preference Application with supporting documentation of their eligibility by the final filing deadline to:
SPECIAL NOTES
If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the Natividad-HR Analyst at .
Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
If you are hired into this classification in a per diem position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for benefits. Per Diem Rate $63.434 - $86.838
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