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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Therapist PDP IV – Eastman Therapy Services

Salary

$130,287.48 Annually

Location

Ventura, CA

Job Type

Per Diem Pool

Job Number

2008HCA-25AA (BR)

Department

Health Care Agency

Division

Ambulatory Care

Opening Date

02/24/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

THE POSITION: Under the general supervision of the supervising therapist, the incumbent plans, organizes, and implements rehabilitation programs in treatment and/or community services. We are seeking a candidate with experience in pelvic floor therapy to provide specialized care, ensuring effective treatment for patients with pelvic health conditions.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will possess exemplary customer service skills and will be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. They will also be skilled at time management, and will be willing to work with pediatric patients. Finally, they will be skilled at using critical thinking as they care for patients and interact with the public in order to provide the highest standard of care and service.

PAYROLL TITLE: Rehabilitation Therapist - Per Diem Pool IV

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Per Diem Pool classifications are distinguished from Regular classifications in that additional compensation is provided in lieu of full County benefits. Per Diem Pool assignments are scheduled flexibly or on an as-needed basis; therefore, incumbents are not guaranteed any specific number of work hours per biweekly pay period and may be called off if there is insufficient work to be performed during any assigned shift.

EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Some positions may be eligible for educational incentive. This incentive may be 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% for incumbents in eligible positions based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.

AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency – Ambulatory Care

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Per Diem Pool vacancies for this position only. There is currently one (1) Per Diem Pool vacancy.

Rehabilitation Therapist IV is represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

OPENING DATE: 2/24/2025

CLOSING DATE: Continuous (Previously 3/10/2025)

Examples Of Duties

Duties performed are in accordance with the California licensure or certification standards and may include but are not limited to the following:

+ Establishes functional goals in collaboration with the client and caregiver based on the physical therapy or occupational therapy evaluation;

+ Selects, applies, and modifies therapeutic interventions;

+ Upon physician referral, examines, evaluates, designs treatment plans to meet the physical and functional needs of clients;

+ Confers and coordinates with a multidisciplinary team including the physicians directing care to coordinate all client rehabilitation needs;

+ Provides patient and family education to assist in achievement of functional goals;

+ Maintains current and appropriate documentation;

+ Evaluates, recommends, and applies durable medical equipment, adaptive equipment, and splints based on the program eligible diagnosis;

+ Therapists hired for the California Children's Services - Medical Therapy program participate in the IEP process and represent the Medical Therapy Program;

+ Attends staff meetings, assigned clinics, and rounds as directed; and

+ Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE

A broad background consisting of education, training, and/or experience which would provide the knowledge and abilities to perform in the following areas:

Physical Therapy

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of physical therapy or proof of equivalency, plus two (2) years of physical therapy experience OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as a physical therapist.

+ Possession of a current valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by the State of California OR must be eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Physical Therapist license within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Physical Therapy License is a condition of continued employment.

OR

Occupational Therapy

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of occupational therapy or proof of equivalency, plus two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as an occupational therapist.

+ Possession of a current valid license as a Occupational Therapist issued by the State of California OR must be eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Occupational Therapist license within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Occupational Therapy License is a condition of continued employment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Some experience with pelvic floor therapy is required.

+ Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate by date of hire. Once obtained, it is a condition of continued employment.

+ Live scan fingerprinting may be required for some positions.

+ Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of:

+ Therapeutic best practices as related to physical therapy/occupational therapy evaluation, intervention, and home programing;

+ Sensory, social and physical development of children and the differences and needs of children with long term physical disabilities and their caretakers to assess and develop effective patient outcomes and patient management; and

+ Understanding of pelvic floor anatomy, physiology, and common dysfunctions

+ Departmental processes and procedures and individualized education plans.

Comprehensive knowledge of:

+ The principles of human anatomy and physiology.

Ability to:

+ Administer various types of physical therapy/occupational therapy treatment utilizing manual therapy techniques, exercise, equipment, etc.;

+ Establish effective relations with patients, physicians, and fellow workers, and departmental processes and procedures;

+ Commitment to continuing education and staying updated on advancements in pelvic floor therapy;

+ Communicate effectively and professionally both orally and in writing; and

+ Demonstrate exemplary customer services and implement services through a client centered care approach

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.

To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources- Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003.

Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (http://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/docs/Lateral\_Transfer.pdf) for additional information.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE – qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.

APPLICATION EVALUATION – qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.

Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

For further information about this recruitment, please contact Brett Ramirez by email at [email protected] or by telephone at (805) 654-2277.

YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE

Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)

(SEIU)

To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.

+ Benefits website (https://hr.ventura.org/benefits) or you may call (805) 654-2570.

+ Retirement FAQ's (https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/benefits/docs/RETIREMENT%20-%20FAQs.pdf)

+ Memorandum of Agreement

Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS

01

Describe your Full Time experience as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist. Full Time is considered 40 hours per week. Please include the following in your response: Name of employer(s) Dates of employment reflected as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY or Present Number of hours worked per week Position title Specific occupational therapy duties you performed If you do not have this experience state, "No experience."

02

Can you describe your experience working with pelvic floor therapy, including the types of patients you have treated and any specific techniques or approaches you have used? Please include the following in your response: Name of employer(s) Dates of employment reflected as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY or Present Number of hours worked per week Position title If you do not have this experience state, "No experience."

03

Have you successfully completed an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as a physical therapist or occupational therapist?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you currently possess, or are you eligible to apply and obtain a valid California Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy license within the probationary period of employment? NOTE: If you currently possess the California Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy license, please include it in the "Certificates and Licenses" section on your application.

+ Yes

+ No

05

Do you currently have or are you able to obtain a valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by date of hire?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Are you able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Ventura County

Address

800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009

Phone

(805) 654-5129

Website

http://hr.ventura.org

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