physical/occupational therapist - San Bernardino, CA , USA, United States - San Bernardino County (CA)

Description

UP TO $2,000 IN HIRING BONUS

UP TO $2,000 IN REMOTE ASSIGNMENT LOCATION BONUS UPON HIRE IN A HIGH DESERT ASSIGNMENT

The California Children's Services (CCS)section of the Department of Public Health (DPH)is seeking Occupationaland Physical Therapists*.Therapists will be responsible for planning, implementing, and conducting individual therapy programs for the physical rehabilitation of children.

Duties include the following:

engage in the provision of team-centered care, to include consulting with various professional agencies; plan and implement therapy programs for children with neurological and/or orthopedic impairments after analysis of a child's medical history under direction of a physician; evaluate patients' progress and develop treatment changes; administer tests to determine functional ability, physical limitations, rehabilitation potential, and equipment needs; determine durable medical equipment needs and provide instruction regarding appropriate usage; plan and provide instruction on home and classroom programs and durable medical equipment to parents and teachers; and plan and direct group activities.

Assignmentlocation for Pediatric Rehabilitation Therapists exists throughout San Bernardino County. Immediate vacancies exists in the High Desert region.

• Official Job Title:Pediatric Rehabilitation Therapist

For more detailed information, refer to the Pediatric Rehabilitation Therapist job description.

As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75 per hour above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits.

For more detailed information on the MBO for Professional Unit, refer to theMBO - Professional Unit BbOU - Benefits Summary Guide.

Recruitment Bonus:

Eligible employees hired into a regular classified position from this recruitment may be eligible to received $2,000 in total compensation.

Please see SEIU MOUfor details.

Remote Assignment Location Bonus:

Eligible employees hired into a regular classified position from this recruitment may be eligible to receive $2,000 in total compensation when assigned to work in a remote location.

Please seeSEIU MOUfor details.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Full and Part-Time Positions:
Both full-time and part-time opportunities exists.

Part-time positions in this classification may be assigned to a schedule of less than 80 hours per two-week pay period.

Physical:
May be required to lift or assist in lifting children over 50 pounds.

Pre-Employment Process:

Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation which includes verification of employment history and education, fingerprinting, physical exam, and drug screening.

Visa Sponsorship:

Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Travel/License:
Travel throughout the county is required to perform treatment services during home site visits as needed. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement is available).

At the time of hire, a valid California class C driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants mustmpplicaeet one of the following options:

Option 1:
Possess and maintain a valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC).

• OR-Option 2:Possess and maintain a valid license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy (BOT).

NOTE:
For more information on obtaining the required licensure, visit the following website(s):

• Physical
• Occupational

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess one (1) or more years of full-time equivalent experience as a licensed Physical or Occupational Therapist.

Applicants fluent in American Sign Language, Arabic, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish and/or Vietnamese are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional compensation is associated with positions requiring the use of bilingual skills. Testing of bilingual skills may be required to receive additional compensation.