Physical Therapist/Sr Physical Therapist - California Children's Services Medical Therapy Program

Description

Under direction, evaluates referred patients; plans, coordinates resources and administers physical therapy treatment programs for the habilitation and rehabilitation of patients; plans and supervises the clinical skills of staff physical therapists, physical therapy assistant aides, volunteers, and physical therapy students as needed; and performs other related duties as required.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist with experience serving children with complex medical conditions in a pediatric public health setting. They demonstrate strong clinical expertise in evaluation, treatment planning, and implementation of evidence-based interventions, while working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team that may include physicians, therapists, educators, and families. The ideal candidate communicates effectively with caregivers, is highly organized and adaptable in managing a diverse caseload, and is committed to providing culturally responsive, family-centered care that improves functional outcomes and quality of life for children served through California Children’s Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP).

APPROXIMATE SALARIES
Physical Therapist: $41.23 - $57.65 per hour
Senior Physical Therapist: $45.23 - $66.62 per hour

EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Incumbents may be eligible for educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% 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.

DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: Health Care Agency - Public Health

Physical Therapist and Senior Physical Therapist are represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.

NOTE: If appointed at the lower level, incumbent may be promoted to the higher level without further examination upon meeting the minimum requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and in accordance with the business needs of the department.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
OPENING DATE: 4/29/26
CLOSING DATE: 5/14/26 at 5:00 p.m.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts comprehensive pediatric physical therapy evaluations and ongoing assessments for Medical Therapy Program (MTP) clients (birth to 21) to determine functional status and therapy needs;
• Develops individualized treatment plans and measurable functional goals in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team;
• Implements and adjusts therapeutic interventions to support patient progress toward established goals;
• Educates patients and families on treatment strategies, including developing and reinforcing individualized home exercise and activity programs;
• Assesses, recommends, and fits adaptive equipment and splints; conducts home visits as needed to evaluate durable medical equipment needs.
• Coordinates care with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, vendors, and other support staff, to ensure comprehensive rehabilitation services;
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, interventions, and patient progress in compliance with established standards;
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and attends required meetings, clinics, and patient care conferences;
• Represents the Medical Therapy Program in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process, collaborating with school personnel and families; and
• Performs other related duties as required;

Senior Physical Therapist: in addition to the above duties, the senior level also:

• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor, providing advanced consultation, training, and support to therapy staff;
• Reviews evaluations, treatment plans, and documentation to ensure quality of care and compliance with applicable standards and regulations;
• Assumes lead responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor, including coordinating staff activities and maintaining continuity of services.

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, and EXPERIENCE:

Physical Therapist:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of physical therapy, or proof of equivalency.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Possession of a current valid Physical Therapist License 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 Therapist License is a condition to continued employment.
• Possession of a valid California driver license and proof of auto insurance may be required.
• Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certificate by date of hire and is a condition to continued employment.
• Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.

Senior Physical Therapist:
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 year of experience as a Physical Therapist.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• 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. Once obtained, a current valid California Physical Therapy License is a condition to continued employment.
• Possession of a current valid California driver license and proof of auto insurance may be required.
• Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate by hire date and is a condition to continued employment.
• Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• human anatomy, physiology, and child development
• up-to-date physical therapy evaluation and assessment tools
• durable medical equipment
• evidence based pediatric intervention and physical therapy techniques
• Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and their roles in pediatric therapy services

Ability to:

• evaluate patients from birth to age 21 and develop effective treatment plans, functional goals and, home exercise/activity programs
• adhere to clinical and programmatic documentation standards
• build and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, physicians, and team members
• communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• plan, coordinate, and oversee the work of others
• understand and address the sensory, social, and physical needs of children and youth living with complex medical conditions and physical disabilities and support their caregivers

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE : Applications must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026

To apply online, please refer to our website 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.

LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: 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 for additional information.

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

APPLICATION EVALUATION - Qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to move forward in the recruitment process.

Applicants successfully completing the exam 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, and driving record may be required for this position.

For further information about this recruitment, please contact Nathan Wood by e-mail at nathan.wood@venturacounty.gov or by telephone at (805) 677-5232.

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.

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 or you may call (805) 654-2570.
• Retirement FAQ's
• Memorandum of Agreement

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

Closing Date/Time: 5/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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