LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5847A FILING START DATE December 29, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs a staff of physical therapy instructors or preceptors in planning, implementing, and coordinating physical therapy education programs for physical therapy staff, students, physicians, residents, and allied health personnel. Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the administrative policy-making group and participates in resolving administrative problems, revising policies and procedures, defining, and developing educational or research goals and objectives and planning education programs. Evaluates continuing education and training needs of physical therapy staff, allied health professionals, physicians, and the clinical training requirements of affiliate student and graduate therapists and interns as required by educational requirements of affiliated educational institutions. Plans and delegates assignments to instructors and preceptors; observes and reviews the performance of instructors or preceptors and prepares and discusses their performance evaluations with them. Interviews, selects, orients, and supervises instructors or preceptors. Develops, reviews, and revises curricula for the clinical education programs; determines the number and assignment of student and graduate physical therapists who can be trained; identifies appropriate staffing level and training resources required; coordinates program logistics with affiliated educational institutions. Develops or consults with others to develop outcome measures to assess efficacy of clinical programs, patient education, training or teaching methods, and clinician or other processes. Conducts on-going program evaluations of existing educational programs to determine if the defined needs are being met or whether revision of goals, objectives, or the curriculum and/or program is required. Serves as a chairperson on an allied health curriculum committee and participates with other members in planning and implementing inter-disciplinary educational programs focused on patient care as needed. Collaborates on research design and methods for outcome measures as needed. Plans clinical training programs for student and graduate physical therapists, and student physical therapy assistants to meet the educational objectives of the affiliate schools and the Physical Therapy Department. Serves on various committees and task forces to represent the Physical Therapy Service and participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating agency-wide education programs. Works with representatives of other health disciplines to develop and conduct leadership and management training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, medical social service, or other services. Plans, develops, and implements programs of clinical experience in response to requests from universities and community health and educational agencies. Directs preparation of educational media such as videos and computer-assisted presentations. Organizes and plans the participation of the Physical Therapy Department in workshops, seminars, institutes, and conferences in response to requests from national and community organizations and agencies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.* -AND- 2. Three (3) years of experience as a Physical Therapy Instructor** -OR- at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I***. (A master’s degree in physical therapy, public health, special education, or other related field, may be substituted for one year of the required experience if not used to meet the minimum requirements.) LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Minimum Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I, or as a Physical Therapy Instructor- in excess of the Minimum Requirements. Completion of a Credentialed Clinical Instruction Program (Level 1 Course or Level 2 Course) from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to croy@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Instructor within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal physical therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduate physical therapists, and therapy assistants. Provides in-service training for physical therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. ***Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. NO OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 croy@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5847A FILING START DATE December 29, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs a staff of physical therapy instructors or preceptors in planning, implementing, and coordinating physical therapy education programs for physical therapy staff, students, physicians, residents, and allied health personnel. Essential Job Functions Serves as a member of the administrative policy-making group and participates in resolving administrative problems, revising policies and procedures, defining, and developing educational or research goals and objectives and planning education programs. Evaluates continuing education and training needs of physical therapy staff, allied health professionals, physicians, and the clinical training requirements of affiliate student and graduate therapists and interns as required by educational requirements of affiliated educational institutions. Plans and delegates assignments to instructors and preceptors; observes and reviews the performance of instructors or preceptors and prepares and discusses their performance evaluations with them. Interviews, selects, orients, and supervises instructors or preceptors. Develops, reviews, and revises curricula for the clinical education programs; determines the number and assignment of student and graduate physical therapists who can be trained; identifies appropriate staffing level and training resources required; coordinates program logistics with affiliated educational institutions. Develops or consults with others to develop outcome measures to assess efficacy of clinical programs, patient education, training or teaching methods, and clinician or other processes. Conducts on-going program evaluations of existing educational programs to determine if the defined needs are being met or whether revision of goals, objectives, or the curriculum and/or program is required. Serves as a chairperson on an allied health curriculum committee and participates with other members in planning and implementing inter-disciplinary educational programs focused on patient care as needed. Collaborates on research design and methods for outcome measures as needed. Plans clinical training programs for student and graduate physical therapists, and student physical therapy assistants to meet the educational objectives of the affiliate schools and the Physical Therapy Department. Serves on various committees and task forces to represent the Physical Therapy Service and participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating agency-wide education programs. Works with representatives of other health disciplines to develop and conduct leadership and management training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, medical social service, or other services. Plans, develops, and implements programs of clinical experience in response to requests from universities and community health and educational agencies. Directs preparation of educational media such as videos and computer-assisted presentations. Organizes and plans the participation of the Physical Therapy Department in workshops, seminars, institutes, and conferences in response to requests from national and community organizations and agencies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California.* -AND- 2. Three (3) years of experience as a Physical Therapy Instructor** -OR- at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I***. (A master’s degree in physical therapy, public health, special education, or other related field, may be substituted for one year of the required experience if not used to meet the minimum requirements.) LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Minimum Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I, or as a Physical Therapy Instructor- in excess of the Minimum Requirements. Completion of a Credentialed Clinical Instruction Program (Level 1 Course or Level 2 Course) from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to croy@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Instructor within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal physical therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduate physical therapists, and therapy assistants. Provides in-service training for physical therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. ***Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. NO OUT OF CLASS EXPERIENCE OR WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays . APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Christina Roy, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 croy@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5842J OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 07/26/ 2009 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal physical therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduate physical therapists, and therapy assistants. Provides in-service training for physical therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. Essential Job Functions Participates with the education coordinator or therapy chief, educational staff, allied health professionals, and affiliated educational institutions in defining educational goals, objectives, and standards for education programs. Plans, develops, implements, reviews, selects, monitors the training program curriculum, uses a variety of teaching methods and reference materials for patient education, in-service, or continuing and affiliate education programs, seminars and workshops. Provides instructions to therapists, or students by conducting training on patients in a medical setting such as acute medical, psychiatric, or rehabilitation hospital, out-patient clinics or in California Children's Services Medical Therapy Units. Participates with therapy supervisory personnel in planning and implementing evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of education and treatment training program to improve the education process. Annually establish student program for the year and selecting students from an affiliated education institutions; also planning, and scheduling physical therapy clinical fieldwork experience assignments for students. Conducts formal and informal instruction and demonstration sessions in support of general and specialized physical therapy educational programs, including preparation of lesson plans and selection of appropriate materials and teaching aids. Maintains responsibility for direct patient care through the provision of physical therapy evaluations and treatments for an assigned caseload of patients, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -AND- Three years of experience in the practice of physical therapy one year of which must have been in a supervisory or teaching capacity. A Master's degree from an accredited* college/university in physical therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. OPTION II: Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -AND- Three years of experience in the practice of physical therapy one year of which must have been in a supervisory or teaching capacity. A Master's degree from an accredited* college/university in physical therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as Bachelor, or Master degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. ** All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The current vacancy is located at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center; however, the eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5842J OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 07/26/ 2009 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal physical therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduate physical therapists, and therapy assistants. Provides in-service training for physical therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. Essential Job Functions Participates with the education coordinator or therapy chief, educational staff, allied health professionals, and affiliated educational institutions in defining educational goals, objectives, and standards for education programs. Plans, develops, implements, reviews, selects, monitors the training program curriculum, uses a variety of teaching methods and reference materials for patient education, in-service, or continuing and affiliate education programs, seminars and workshops. Provides instructions to therapists, or students by conducting training on patients in a medical setting such as acute medical, psychiatric, or rehabilitation hospital, out-patient clinics or in California Children's Services Medical Therapy Units. Participates with therapy supervisory personnel in planning and implementing evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of education and treatment training program to improve the education process. Annually establish student program for the year and selecting students from an affiliated education institutions; also planning, and scheduling physical therapy clinical fieldwork experience assignments for students. Conducts formal and informal instruction and demonstration sessions in support of general and specialized physical therapy educational programs, including preparation of lesson plans and selection of appropriate materials and teaching aids. Maintains responsibility for direct patient care through the provision of physical therapy evaluations and treatments for an assigned caseload of patients, as needed. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: OPTION I: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -AND- Three years of experience in the practice of physical therapy one year of which must have been in a supervisory or teaching capacity. A Master's degree from an accredited* college/university in physical therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. OPTION II: Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -AND- Three years of experience in the practice of physical therapy one year of which must have been in a supervisory or teaching capacity. A Master's degree from an accredited* college/university in physical therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as Bachelor, or Master degree, or for completion of a certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. ** All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The current vacancy is located at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center; however, the eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5827A FILING DATES: November 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs a small staff providing physical therapy services in treating patients with any physical or mental disease or injury and in training students in an autonomous acute or rehabilitation hospital. Essential Job Functions Essential Job Functions Evaluates needs and services and sets goals, objectives and standards of physical therapy services; develops programs, establishes policies and practices, delegates responsibilities to first line supervisors to implement physical therapy programs to meet the goals and reviews progress in achieving goals. Advises subordinate supervision in resolving problems of employee utilization, grievances, and discipline. Directs subordinate supervision and therapy staff in the development of new therapy programs and revision of existing programs. Analyzes and evaluates ongoing physical therapy programs to assess the quality of patient care and the need to incorporate new therapy programs and techniques. Interviews and selects prospective employees and makes final decision to hire; evaluates the performance of first line supervisors and reviews all performance evaluations. Compiles the annual budget with justifications for submittal to the appropriate authority in the medical department or hospital administration. Maintains liaison with the physical therapy staff, allied health disciplines and outside agencies to promote cooperation and obtain assistance in evaluating, identifying and updating physical therapy services. Determines budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment for the physical therapy department. Plans and directs physical therapy training assignments for students. Plans educational opportunities for the therapy staff to improve therapy services and to keep abreast of new therapy techniques. Directs research applicable to the development and improvement of therapy services. Directs the maintenance of records and preparation of reports. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum* acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California; or successful completion in a Physical Therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction* equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California. -AND- Five (5) years of physical therapy experience, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I** or higher. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience managing physical therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute, rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic. Physical Class II - Light: This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. ** Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as: Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Unit. WITHHOLD & OUT-OF-CLASS INFORMATION: No withholds or Out-Of-Class experience will be allowed for this examination. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. Experience must be subsequent to graduation. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5827A FILING DATES: November 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs a small staff providing physical therapy services in treating patients with any physical or mental disease or injury and in training students in an autonomous acute or rehabilitation hospital. Essential Job Functions Essential Job Functions Evaluates needs and services and sets goals, objectives and standards of physical therapy services; develops programs, establishes policies and practices, delegates responsibilities to first line supervisors to implement physical therapy programs to meet the goals and reviews progress in achieving goals. Advises subordinate supervision in resolving problems of employee utilization, grievances, and discipline. Directs subordinate supervision and therapy staff in the development of new therapy programs and revision of existing programs. Analyzes and evaluates ongoing physical therapy programs to assess the quality of patient care and the need to incorporate new therapy programs and techniques. Interviews and selects prospective employees and makes final decision to hire; evaluates the performance of first line supervisors and reviews all performance evaluations. Compiles the annual budget with justifications for submittal to the appropriate authority in the medical department or hospital administration. Maintains liaison with the physical therapy staff, allied health disciplines and outside agencies to promote cooperation and obtain assistance in evaluating, identifying and updating physical therapy services. Determines budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment for the physical therapy department. Plans and directs physical therapy training assignments for students. Plans educational opportunities for the therapy staff to improve therapy services and to keep abreast of new therapy techniques. Directs research applicable to the development and improvement of therapy services. Directs the maintenance of records and preparation of reports. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum* acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California; or successful completion in a Physical Therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction* equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California. -AND- Five (5) years of physical therapy experience, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I** or higher. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience managing physical therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute, rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic. Physical Class II - Light: This class requires light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. ** Experience at the level of Physical Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as: Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Unit. WITHHOLD & OUT-OF-CLASS INFORMATION: No withholds or Out-Of-Class experience will be allowed for this examination. Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements at the time of filing. Experience must be subsequent to graduation. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 02/23/2005 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5849D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION. DEFINITION: Manages physical therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the physical therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units. Essential Job Functions Analyzes and evaluates physical therapy programs in the units managed to assess the quality of patient care and the need to improve ongoing programs or to incorporate new or revised therapy programs and techniques. Supervises subordinate therapists with a caseload of patients with varied diagnoses and complexity levels providing interventions, treatments, and services for acute medical, rehabilitative hospital, clinic, or California Children's Services programs. Performs physical therapy assessment, evaluation and treatment, both to provide patient care and to demonstrate or model proper techniques or methods. Directs subordinate supervisors and therapy staff in the development and implementation of new therapy programs and in the revision of existing programs. Serves as a technical consultant to the therapy staff regarding difficult or unusual physical therapy problems. Supervises implementation of educational programs and makes follow-up reviews to determine the results of training, the need and the extent to which training is utilized in therapy programs. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California - OR - Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the education standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California - AND - Five years of experience in the practice of physical therapy, two years of which must have been at the level of, or comparable to Physical Therapy Supervisor I* or higher. A Master's degree from an accredited** college or university in physical therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of non-supervisory experience -OR- A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in health services administration may be substituted for one year of supervisory experience. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information * Experience at the level of a Physical Therapist Supervisor I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required degree or evidence of licensure and/or certification will be rejected as incomplete . All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Additional Information Examination Content This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Eligibility Information Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Special Information Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacancy Information The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to the exam analyst, at time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone 800-735-2922 Department Contact Christina Roy, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Croy@dhs.lacounty.gov . For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 02/23/2005 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5849D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION. DEFINITION: Manages physical therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the physical therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units. Essential Job Functions Analyzes and evaluates physical therapy programs in the units managed to assess the quality of patient care and the need to improve ongoing programs or to incorporate new or revised therapy programs and techniques. Supervises subordinate therapists with a caseload of patients with varied diagnoses and complexity levels providing interventions, treatments, and services for acute medical, rehabilitative hospital, clinic, or California Children's Services programs. Performs physical therapy assessment, evaluation and treatment, both to provide patient care and to demonstrate or model proper techniques or methods. Directs subordinate supervisors and therapy staff in the development and implementation of new therapy programs and in the revision of existing programs. Serves as a technical consultant to the therapy staff regarding difficult or unusual physical therapy problems. Supervises implementation of educational programs and makes follow-up reviews to determine the results of training, the need and the extent to which training is utilized in therapy programs. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California - OR - Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the education standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California - AND - Five years of experience in the practice of physical therapy, two years of which must have been at the level of, or comparable to Physical Therapy Supervisor I* or higher. A Master's degree from an accredited** college or university in physical therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of non-supervisory experience -OR- A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in health services administration may be substituted for one year of supervisory experience. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information * Experience at the level of a Physical Therapist Supervisor I in the County of Los Angeles is defined as: Provides first-level supervision to physical therapists, therapy assistants, and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with physical or mental disease or injury. Incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required degree or evidence of licensure and/or certification will be rejected as incomplete . All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Additional Information Examination Content This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Eligibility Information Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add croy@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Special Information Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacancy Information The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to the exam analyst, at time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone 800-735-2922 Department Contact Christina Roy, Exam Analyst (213) 288-7000 Croy@dhs.lacounty.gov . For detailed information, please click here
Cal State University (CSU) Fresno
5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93740, USA
Office Assistant - Physical Therapy (Administrative Support Assistant II) Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3,338 - $3,505 per month Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,338 - $4,913 per month This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week), probationary, non-exempt position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here . Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Department Chair, with lead support provided by the Administrative Support Coordinator, responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to providing full range of clerical and technical support-for daily operation of the Department of Physical Therapy including the clinical education program and the Gait, Balance, and Mobility Research and Education Center. Provide assistance to full-time faculty and part-time faculty, students, campus staff and members of the community who need assistance. Key Qualifications General working knowledge of applicable university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices. Fluency in using standard office software packages. Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Skill/Ability to: Excellent customer service skills as duties often involve front line contacts with a variety of campus and community individuals requiring active problem solving and creative solutions. Ability to learn, interpret independently, and apply a variety of complex policies and procedures. Able to identify deviations from applicable policies and apply independent judgment, discretion, and initiative to address problems and develop practical solutions. Perform standard arithmetic functions of a transactional nature, including tracking and comparing data. Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions. Interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to draft and compose correspondence, spreadsheets, and forms. Ability to gather, compile and maintain data and information for various purposes using office support technology and software programs. Serve as a resource to students, staff, and community in responding to inquiries and providing detailed information. Effectively organize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and promote a positive, service oriented collegial work environment with a variety of individuals. Recognize and maintain confidentiality of information in compliance with departmental regulations. Possess good oral and written communication skills. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Manage the department web site and maintain listservs and databases. Communicate effectively to faculty, students, administrators, and the general public both over the telephone, email and face-to-face. To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above. Education and Experience Completion of a high school diploma or its equivalent. Two years of recent, responsible, general office clerical experiences which includes full functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices (a combination of closely related work experience and post-secondary education may be substituted). Experience working with Excel, Word, Power Point, Adobe Acrobat and/or other comparable programs. Customer service experience. Preferred Skills: Fluency in using computer software packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Photoshop, 25Live, Publisher, Canvas and Qualtrics. Department Summary The mission of the department is to graduate a diverse physical therapy practitioner of the highest quality, committed to life-long learning, self-development, and critical inquiry, with the ability to apply researched data and physical evidence in order to function autonomously in current and future culturally sensitive healthcare environments. The professional physical therapy education at Fresno State seeks to stimulate scholarly inquiry and critical thinking, while supporting and encouraging research and its dissemination, to develop future leaders of the profession engaged in the community who will enhance the economic vitality and quality of life for all. Deadline & Application Instructions This position is open until filled with the initial application review on November 26, 2023 . Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee. Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references. Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce. Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu . Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive. The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas) Advertised: Nov 08 2023 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Office Assistant - Physical Therapy (Administrative Support Assistant II) Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $3,338 - $3,505 per month Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,338 - $4,913 per month This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week), probationary, non-exempt position. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here . Job Summary Under the general supervision of the Department Chair, with lead support provided by the Administrative Support Coordinator, responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to providing full range of clerical and technical support-for daily operation of the Department of Physical Therapy including the clinical education program and the Gait, Balance, and Mobility Research and Education Center. Provide assistance to full-time faculty and part-time faculty, students, campus staff and members of the community who need assistance. Key Qualifications General working knowledge of applicable university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Thorough knowledge of office methods, procedures, and practices. Fluency in using standard office software packages. Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Skill/Ability to: Excellent customer service skills as duties often involve front line contacts with a variety of campus and community individuals requiring active problem solving and creative solutions. Ability to learn, interpret independently, and apply a variety of complex policies and procedures. Able to identify deviations from applicable policies and apply independent judgment, discretion, and initiative to address problems and develop practical solutions. Perform standard arithmetic functions of a transactional nature, including tracking and comparing data. Demonstrated competence in understanding, interpreting, and communicating procedures, policies, information, ideas, and instructions. Interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to draft and compose correspondence, spreadsheets, and forms. Ability to gather, compile and maintain data and information for various purposes using office support technology and software programs. Serve as a resource to students, staff, and community in responding to inquiries and providing detailed information. Effectively organize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and promote a positive, service oriented collegial work environment with a variety of individuals. Recognize and maintain confidentiality of information in compliance with departmental regulations. Possess good oral and written communication skills. Ability to operate standard office equipment. Manage the department web site and maintain listservs and databases. Communicate effectively to faculty, students, administrators, and the general public both over the telephone, email and face-to-face. To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above. Education and Experience Completion of a high school diploma or its equivalent. Two years of recent, responsible, general office clerical experiences which includes full functional knowledge of and skill in standard office procedures and practices (a combination of closely related work experience and post-secondary education may be substituted). Experience working with Excel, Word, Power Point, Adobe Acrobat and/or other comparable programs. Customer service experience. Preferred Skills: Fluency in using computer software packages including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Photoshop, 25Live, Publisher, Canvas and Qualtrics. Department Summary The mission of the department is to graduate a diverse physical therapy practitioner of the highest quality, committed to life-long learning, self-development, and critical inquiry, with the ability to apply researched data and physical evidence in order to function autonomously in current and future culturally sensitive healthcare environments. The professional physical therapy education at Fresno State seeks to stimulate scholarly inquiry and critical thinking, while supporting and encouraging research and its dissemination, to develop future leaders of the profession engaged in the community who will enhance the economic vitality and quality of life for all. Deadline & Application Instructions This position is open until filled with the initial application review on November 26, 2023 . Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee. Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references. Fresno State California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce. Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. COVID19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu . Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive. The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus. Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas) Advertised: Nov 08 2023 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5839J OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 01/13/2005 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs comprehensive physical therapy case management, consultative or liaison services for a large group of acute or rehabilitative, hospital or clinic patients, or children with severe physical and mental disabilities. Essential Job Functions Manages a caseload of patients with varied diagnoses and complexity levels, providing interventions, treatments, and services for acute medical, rehabilitative hospital, clinic, or California Children's Services programs. Arranges, schedules, and conducts clinics, evaluates and prioritizes patients for treatment and provides follow-up care. Supervises a small staff of physical therapy assistants or therapy technicians and student physical therapists. Assigns and demonstrates elements of patients' treatment programs, reviews their work and prepares and discusses their performance with them. Prepares performance evaluation reports. Evaluates referrals from physicians, family members, allied health or school personnel and community agencies. Selects patients for eligibility consideration and performs initial evaluation to determine therapy needs. Initiates referrals to specialists in hospitals, community or governmental agencies for medical and/or psychiatric evaluations. Serves as a member of a clinic health care team in making decisions regarding care for a caseload of clinic patients with widely varied diagnoses or with involved treatment problems who require continuing comprehensive follow-up care. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -AND- Two years of experience at the level of Physical Therapist I*. A Master's degree from an accredited** college/university in physical therapy, public health, special education or other related fields may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license; all required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or waling most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *In Los Angeles County, Physical Therapist I provides professional physical therapy services to assist patients with physical or mental disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical functions or to adjust to their disabilities. **In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree, or higher in Physical Therapy you must include a legible photocopy of the diploma or official transcripts indicating the type of degree awarded and area of concentration, with your application WITHIN 15 CALENDAR DAYS OF FILING ONLINE. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5839J OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 01/13/2005 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs comprehensive physical therapy case management, consultative or liaison services for a large group of acute or rehabilitative, hospital or clinic patients, or children with severe physical and mental disabilities. Essential Job Functions Manages a caseload of patients with varied diagnoses and complexity levels, providing interventions, treatments, and services for acute medical, rehabilitative hospital, clinic, or California Children's Services programs. Arranges, schedules, and conducts clinics, evaluates and prioritizes patients for treatment and provides follow-up care. Supervises a small staff of physical therapy assistants or therapy technicians and student physical therapists. Assigns and demonstrates elements of patients' treatment programs, reviews their work and prepares and discusses their performance with them. Prepares performance evaluation reports. Evaluates referrals from physicians, family members, allied health or school personnel and community agencies. Selects patients for eligibility consideration and performs initial evaluation to determine therapy needs. Initiates referrals to specialists in hospitals, community or governmental agencies for medical and/or psychiatric evaluations. Serves as a member of a clinic health care team in making decisions regarding care for a caseload of clinic patients with widely varied diagnoses or with involved treatment problems who require continuing comprehensive follow-up care. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school or schools of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -AND- Two years of experience at the level of Physical Therapist I*. A Master's degree from an accredited** college/university in physical therapy, public health, special education or other related fields may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license; all required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or waling most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *In Los Angeles County, Physical Therapist I provides professional physical therapy services to assist patients with physical or mental disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical functions or to adjust to their disabilities. **In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Master's degree, or higher in Physical Therapy you must include a legible photocopy of the diploma or official transcripts indicating the type of degree awarded and area of concentration, with your application WITHIN 15 CALENDAR DAYS OF FILING ONLINE. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience, based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5836H OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 03/21/2007 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Due to the Manpower Shortage Recruitment, new appointments and current incumbents shall be compensated at Step 5 of the applicable salary range. This is in effect until June 30, 2024 or until it is determined that a shortage no longer exists, whichever is sooner ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs physical therapy procedures, as delegated by a physical therapist, to assist patients with physical or mental disease or injury in acute medical or rehabilitative hospitals, clinics, or other settings to attain, regain, or maintain physical functioning or to adjust to their disabilities. Essential Job Functions Performs delegated treatment procedures such as therapeutic exercises to maintain and restore strength, endurance, coordination and range of motion; gait training and functional training for transferring and wheelchair activities; and treatment procedures involving the use of therapeutic equipment, machines, and assistive or supportive devices. Applies modalities such as hot and cold packs, paraffin, whirlpool, Hubbard tank, pool, infrared, diathermy, ultrasound, ultra-violet, and electrical stimulation to relieve pain or promote healing. Encourages and motivates patients to participate in the treatment program by discussing and explaining their treatment goals and objectives. Progresses patient through treatment program, deciding when to advance the patient to more difficult activities, when to modify the level of activity, or when to interrupt the treatment based upon patient's reaction and response to the treatment program; reports observations to a physical therapist. Demonstrates, trains, and directs patients in the use and care of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, and other special equipment. Writes progress notes in patients' physical therapy records documenting reaction and response to treatment. Maintains accurate records of therapy treatments performed and the duration and frequency of treatments that will be reviewed and countersigned by the physical therapist. Instructs members of other health disciplines or caregivers in standard methods of performing transfers, ambulation, and positioning of patients. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of a physical therapy assistant program in a school recognized by the Commission on Accreditation* of Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California. LICENSE: Current license or application for licensure** as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California, Physical Therapy Examining Committee. **Evidence of such application must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination following the date of filing for the application. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license under the minimum requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5836H OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 03/21/2007 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Due to the Manpower Shortage Recruitment, new appointments and current incumbents shall be compensated at Step 5 of the applicable salary range. This is in effect until June 30, 2024 or until it is determined that a shortage no longer exists, whichever is sooner ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs physical therapy procedures, as delegated by a physical therapist, to assist patients with physical or mental disease or injury in acute medical or rehabilitative hospitals, clinics, or other settings to attain, regain, or maintain physical functioning or to adjust to their disabilities. Essential Job Functions Performs delegated treatment procedures such as therapeutic exercises to maintain and restore strength, endurance, coordination and range of motion; gait training and functional training for transferring and wheelchair activities; and treatment procedures involving the use of therapeutic equipment, machines, and assistive or supportive devices. Applies modalities such as hot and cold packs, paraffin, whirlpool, Hubbard tank, pool, infrared, diathermy, ultrasound, ultra-violet, and electrical stimulation to relieve pain or promote healing. Encourages and motivates patients to participate in the treatment program by discussing and explaining their treatment goals and objectives. Progresses patient through treatment program, deciding when to advance the patient to more difficult activities, when to modify the level of activity, or when to interrupt the treatment based upon patient's reaction and response to the treatment program; reports observations to a physical therapist. Demonstrates, trains, and directs patients in the use and care of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, and other special equipment. Writes progress notes in patients' physical therapy records documenting reaction and response to treatment. Maintains accurate records of therapy treatments performed and the duration and frequency of treatments that will be reviewed and countersigned by the physical therapist. Instructs members of other health disciplines or caregivers in standard methods of performing transfers, ambulation, and positioning of patients. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Successful completion of a physical therapy assistant program in a school recognized by the Commission on Accreditation* of Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California. LICENSE: Current license or application for licensure** as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the Physical Therapy Board of California, Physical Therapy Examining Committee. **Evidence of such application must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination following the date of filing for the application. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license under the minimum requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5837H OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 9/29/2004 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Due to the Manpower Shortage Recruitment, new appointments and current incumbents shall be compensated at Step 5 of the applicable salary range. This is in effect until June 30, 2024 or until it is determined that a shortage no longer exists, whichever is sooner. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides professional physical therapy services to assist patients with physical or mental disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical functions or to adjust to their disabilities. Essential Job Functions Interprets physicians' referrals for physical therapy services and selects the appropriate diagnostic or prognostic procedures for evaluating patients' deficits, limitations, and/or disabilities. Performs evaluation procedures such as test of function, strength, tone, range of motion, upright motor control, spasticity, sensation, proprioception, visual field, bulbar functions, cognition, gait analysis, body image, electro diagnostic and other tests; analyzes the results to determine the extent of patients' deficits, limitations, and/or disabilities, to establish patient goals, to assess functional progress, and to develop and adjust initial and subsequent treatment programs. Performs complex treatments such as proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, muscle re-education, bulbar treatment, joint and soft tissue mobilization, mobility training, neuro-developmental techniques, functional electrical stimulation, fabrication and application of orthotic devices; provides prosthetic training, post-operative management and patient/caregiver education and training. Confers and consults with physicians regarding evaluation, treatment and progress of patients and makes recommendations upon which physicians base decisions to improve the patient's function by use of a wide variety of medical, surgical or bracing procedures. Advises and consults with allied health disciplines and other health care personnel, teachers and families regarding patients' progress and discharge plans. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license; all required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required degree or evidence of licensure and/or certification will be rejected as incomplete . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES EXAM NUMBER: Y5837H OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 9/29/2004 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Due to the Manpower Shortage Recruitment, new appointments and current incumbents shall be compensated at Step 5 of the applicable salary range. This is in effect until June 30, 2024 or until it is determined that a shortage no longer exists, whichever is sooner. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides professional physical therapy services to assist patients with physical or mental disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical functions or to adjust to their disabilities. Essential Job Functions Interprets physicians' referrals for physical therapy services and selects the appropriate diagnostic or prognostic procedures for evaluating patients' deficits, limitations, and/or disabilities. Performs evaluation procedures such as test of function, strength, tone, range of motion, upright motor control, spasticity, sensation, proprioception, visual field, bulbar functions, cognition, gait analysis, body image, electro diagnostic and other tests; analyzes the results to determine the extent of patients' deficits, limitations, and/or disabilities, to establish patient goals, to assess functional progress, and to develop and adjust initial and subsequent treatment programs. Performs complex treatments such as proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, muscle re-education, bulbar treatment, joint and soft tissue mobilization, mobility training, neuro-developmental techniques, functional electrical stimulation, fabrication and application of orthotic devices; provides prosthetic training, post-operative management and patient/caregiver education and training. Confers and consults with physicians regarding evaluation, treatment and progress of patients and makes recommendations upon which physicians base decisions to improve the patient's function by use of a wide variety of medical, surgical or bracing procedures. Advises and consults with allied health disciplines and other health care personnel, teachers and families regarding patients' progress and discharge plans. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from a physical therapy curriculum acceptable to the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association and approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Successful completion in a physical therapy school of a resident course of professional instruction equivalent to the educational standards approved by the Physical Therapy Board of California. LICENSE: A license to practice as a Physical Therapist issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California -OR- Have filed an application for such a license. The license must be presented upon publication of the results of the next examination after the date of filing for the license; all required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required degree or evidence of licensure and/or certification will be rejected as incomplete . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Available Shift: Any Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
TACOMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Description Tacoma Public Schools Expected Start Date: 4/15/2024 FTE: .8125 Hours per day: 6.5 Salary Level: PA4A $25.36 - No degree PA4E $26.11 - AA degree PA4F $26.36 - BA/BS or higher degree Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools. Union/Days per year: Education Support Professional, 192 work days, 10 month Additional Information: This position requires completion and attaining of the state mandated General Paraeducator Certificate. The Paraeducator Certificate Program offers statewide standards-based training for all paraeducator/Education Support Professionals (ESP), and supports a career growth ladder for those who wish to advance their career as a paraeducator or pursue a teaching profession. Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training will be required to be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a paraeducator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training. Educational Support Professional positions hired after March 8th, 2024, will be paid in equal installments for each pay period between their start date and last pay period of the year. Last paycheck for the 23-24 school year will be on July 20th. The first paycheck for the following school year will be September 20th, 2024. Once hired, if you are determined to be benefits eligible and enroll in benefits you will be billed for premiums for the timeframe that you are not receiving paychecks. If you waive (do not enroll) benefits, you would not be able to enroll for benefits until open enrollment in Oct/Nov 2024 and benefits would begin January 2025. Examples Of Duties This position provides one-on-one assistance to an assigned student with a disability (Kindergarten - age, male in self-contained classroom) in all school activities and day-to-day needs during the school day; assists a certificated teacher with instructional and personal care needs for students with a broad range of disabilities, including medically fragile, orthopedically impaired, developmental, physical, and/or behavioral. The position provides academic interventions and may include assisting students with activities of daily living. This position assists a certificated teacher with instructional and non-instructional activities for the assigned student and other classroom students as time permits. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Provides instruction to students individually or in small groups in assigned learning or “center” activities per direction of teacher; may implement lesson/activity assigned by specialists; provides assistance as necessary to students with sensory or physical handicaps; promotes and monitors a safe environment conducive to the instructional process; may perform vocational training with students according to their individual needs as assigned by the teacher or specialist; may assist students with job hunting skills and job application procedures and encourages students to participate in all learning activities. 2. May instruct students in self-care activities or carry out activities such as feeding, dressing and toileting; may perform diapering/toileting assistance and changing of sanitary napkins and colostomy bags, brushing teeth, inserting orthodontics and suctioning machines, tube or pump feeding; may restrain and calm students when they become self-abusive or violent toward others; monitors and protects students through seizures and other physical emergencies; performs sensory stimulation activities as assigned; uses adaptive equipment; may assist students to perform activities during adaptive physical education; may administer and log medications as assigned, as trained by the licensed school nurse or appropriate therapist. 3. Supervises students during recess or lunch periods; may supervise students in locker/shower rooms and restrooms; assists students in bus loading or unloading; instructs bus drivers on proper physical and/or behavioral support of students; may transport students as needed throughout the school or building premises. 4. Records student progress on data sheets, daily logs and prepares reports to assist the teacher; maintains communication with classroom teacher, program administrator and/or other school staff; may assist in assessing students; communicates with parents/guardians as assigned; maintains student records; collects and records data for the teacher on student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, behavioral plans, and grooming plans in addition to academic progress. 5. May be required to adjust position of students with physical disabilities periodically throughout the day to protect skin and ensure comfort; implement occupational therapy and physical therapy as instructed by specialists; use and teach basic sign language with students as needed; monitors students constantly to ensure safety. 6. May prepare and serve lunches and snacks for students in the assigned program; may clean dishes, utensils, and eating area following snack periods. 7. Models positive and appropriate behavior for students; corrects inappropriate behavior and demonstrates and discusses appropriate behavior; instructs students in appropriate conflict resolution as directed; administers discipline according to District guidelines and assists in classroom management. 8. Assists teacher in adapting materials and activities as directed; may assist in administering standardized tests as assigned; uses special teaching techniques, computer software, and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of students with particular disabilities, as assigned; arranges classroom furniture and materials for activities; may accompany students on field trips and camp activities; may accompany student to off-site jobs several times per week to supervise work; may supervise and provide instruction with students in general education classes. 9. Participates in department staff meetings; provides information regarding students. 10. May use specialized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, wedges, standers, side-layers, etc.; assists in adapting and maintaining equipment for student use. 11. May coordinate computer activities for students with disabilities; maintains and troubleshoots equipment; assists in the scheduling of students to use equipment; maintains equipment and software. 12. Demonstrates reasonable, reliable and regular attendance to prevent undue hardship that would create negative effects for instruction and related activities on the students and the program; adheres to District policy per general Employee Conduct rules regarding tardiness and unauthorized absences. 13. Addresses concerns with appropriate teaching staff and/or therapy staff and/or building administrators as appropriate. OTHER JOB DUTIES 1. May perform cleansing intermittent catheterizations after receiving required training. 2. Provides general clerical assistance in the classroom; duplicates materials and completes necessary paperwork. 3. Supervises students in the classroom during teacher’s brief breaks. 4. Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis; may work in more than one classroom as assigned by building administrator. 5. May perform, after received required training, physical restraint of student if student is harm to self or others. 6. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work. CONDITIONS May be confined to a work area for prolonged periods; may be required to lift and move students or materials; may be exposed to bodily fluids and infectious disease; may be exposed to high noise levels; substantial requirement to deal with distraught and/or potentially violent situations and/or people; may be required to regularly travel to other District sites; may be exposed to inclement weather; may be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Associate degree or 72 credit hours of post- secondary education or passing state test to demonstrate knowledge, demonstrated ability to assist in instructing students, and one year of experience in working with special needs individuals who may have severe disabilities or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements. Licenses/Special Requirements CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to be trained within the first 90 days of employment. Required to attend District restraint training and maintain certification. May be required to complete cleansing intermittent catheterization (CIC) training. Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance. Allowable Substitution Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources Department for comparability. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of assigned developmental, behavioral, and/or physical disabilities. Knowledge of assigned subject areas and basic learning styles. Knowledge of effective instructional methods for students with disabilities. Knowledge of safe and proper methods of lifting and positioning of students. Knowledge of basic sign language skills (for designated positions.) Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to defuse student conflict and de-escalate situations. Ability to obtain, clarify, and exchange information. Ability to use excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students, including students with special needs. Ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of the students. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds individually and team-lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to organize and coordinate activities. Ability to feed, diaper, and provide toileting and/or other personal assistance to students. Ability to be sensitive to students who are unable to communicate their needs. Ability to appropriately restrain students as necessary. Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance. Ability to establish and maintain effective civil and collegial working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural, diverse socio-economic setting. Supplemental Information This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood, 253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191, wgreer@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Elementary: Jennifer Herbold, 253-571-1096, jherbol@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Secondary: Megan Nelson, 253-571-1003, mnelson@tacoma.k12.wa.us Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 16, 2024
Part Time
Description Tacoma Public Schools Expected Start Date: 4/15/2024 FTE: .8125 Hours per day: 6.5 Salary Level: PA4A $25.36 - No degree PA4E $26.11 - AA degree PA4F $26.36 - BA/BS or higher degree Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools. Union/Days per year: Education Support Professional, 192 work days, 10 month Additional Information: This position requires completion and attaining of the state mandated General Paraeducator Certificate. The Paraeducator Certificate Program offers statewide standards-based training for all paraeducator/Education Support Professionals (ESP), and supports a career growth ladder for those who wish to advance their career as a paraeducator or pursue a teaching profession. Staff will be required to complete 28 hours of training on the Fundamental Course of Study provided by the district. The first two days of FCS training will be required to be completed within four months of the date of hire, and the second two days within six months of the date of hire, or by September 1 of the next school year. The general certificate is then earned by a paraeducator who completes ten days (70 clock hours) of professional development training. Educational Support Professional positions hired after March 8th, 2024, will be paid in equal installments for each pay period between their start date and last pay period of the year. Last paycheck for the 23-24 school year will be on July 20th. The first paycheck for the following school year will be September 20th, 2024. Once hired, if you are determined to be benefits eligible and enroll in benefits you will be billed for premiums for the timeframe that you are not receiving paychecks. If you waive (do not enroll) benefits, you would not be able to enroll for benefits until open enrollment in Oct/Nov 2024 and benefits would begin January 2025. Examples Of Duties This position provides one-on-one assistance to an assigned student with a disability (Kindergarten - age, male in self-contained classroom) in all school activities and day-to-day needs during the school day; assists a certificated teacher with instructional and personal care needs for students with a broad range of disabilities, including medically fragile, orthopedically impaired, developmental, physical, and/or behavioral. The position provides academic interventions and may include assisting students with activities of daily living. This position assists a certificated teacher with instructional and non-instructional activities for the assigned student and other classroom students as time permits. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Provides instruction to students individually or in small groups in assigned learning or “center” activities per direction of teacher; may implement lesson/activity assigned by specialists; provides assistance as necessary to students with sensory or physical handicaps; promotes and monitors a safe environment conducive to the instructional process; may perform vocational training with students according to their individual needs as assigned by the teacher or specialist; may assist students with job hunting skills and job application procedures and encourages students to participate in all learning activities. 2. May instruct students in self-care activities or carry out activities such as feeding, dressing and toileting; may perform diapering/toileting assistance and changing of sanitary napkins and colostomy bags, brushing teeth, inserting orthodontics and suctioning machines, tube or pump feeding; may restrain and calm students when they become self-abusive or violent toward others; monitors and protects students through seizures and other physical emergencies; performs sensory stimulation activities as assigned; uses adaptive equipment; may assist students to perform activities during adaptive physical education; may administer and log medications as assigned, as trained by the licensed school nurse or appropriate therapist. 3. Supervises students during recess or lunch periods; may supervise students in locker/shower rooms and restrooms; assists students in bus loading or unloading; instructs bus drivers on proper physical and/or behavioral support of students; may transport students as needed throughout the school or building premises. 4. Records student progress on data sheets, daily logs and prepares reports to assist the teacher; maintains communication with classroom teacher, program administrator and/or other school staff; may assist in assessing students; communicates with parents/guardians as assigned; maintains student records; collects and records data for the teacher on student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, behavioral plans, and grooming plans in addition to academic progress. 5. May be required to adjust position of students with physical disabilities periodically throughout the day to protect skin and ensure comfort; implement occupational therapy and physical therapy as instructed by specialists; use and teach basic sign language with students as needed; monitors students constantly to ensure safety. 6. May prepare and serve lunches and snacks for students in the assigned program; may clean dishes, utensils, and eating area following snack periods. 7. Models positive and appropriate behavior for students; corrects inappropriate behavior and demonstrates and discusses appropriate behavior; instructs students in appropriate conflict resolution as directed; administers discipline according to District guidelines and assists in classroom management. 8. Assists teacher in adapting materials and activities as directed; may assist in administering standardized tests as assigned; uses special teaching techniques, computer software, and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of students with particular disabilities, as assigned; arranges classroom furniture and materials for activities; may accompany students on field trips and camp activities; may accompany student to off-site jobs several times per week to supervise work; may supervise and provide instruction with students in general education classes. 9. Participates in department staff meetings; provides information regarding students. 10. May use specialized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, wedges, standers, side-layers, etc.; assists in adapting and maintaining equipment for student use. 11. May coordinate computer activities for students with disabilities; maintains and troubleshoots equipment; assists in the scheduling of students to use equipment; maintains equipment and software. 12. Demonstrates reasonable, reliable and regular attendance to prevent undue hardship that would create negative effects for instruction and related activities on the students and the program; adheres to District policy per general Employee Conduct rules regarding tardiness and unauthorized absences. 13. Addresses concerns with appropriate teaching staff and/or therapy staff and/or building administrators as appropriate. OTHER JOB DUTIES 1. May perform cleansing intermittent catheterizations after receiving required training. 2. Provides general clerical assistance in the classroom; duplicates materials and completes necessary paperwork. 3. Supervises students in the classroom during teacher’s brief breaks. 4. Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis; may work in more than one classroom as assigned by building administrator. 5. May perform, after received required training, physical restraint of student if student is harm to self or others. 6. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work. CONDITIONS May be confined to a work area for prolonged periods; may be required to lift and move students or materials; may be exposed to bodily fluids and infectious disease; may be exposed to high noise levels; substantial requirement to deal with distraught and/or potentially violent situations and/or people; may be required to regularly travel to other District sites; may be exposed to inclement weather; may be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Associate degree or 72 credit hours of post- secondary education or passing state test to demonstrate knowledge, demonstrated ability to assist in instructing students, and one year of experience in working with special needs individuals who may have severe disabilities or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements. Licenses/Special Requirements CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to be trained within the first 90 days of employment. Required to attend District restraint training and maintain certification. May be required to complete cleansing intermittent catheterization (CIC) training. Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance. Allowable Substitution Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources Department for comparability. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of assigned developmental, behavioral, and/or physical disabilities. Knowledge of assigned subject areas and basic learning styles. Knowledge of effective instructional methods for students with disabilities. Knowledge of safe and proper methods of lifting and positioning of students. Knowledge of basic sign language skills (for designated positions.) Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to defuse student conflict and de-escalate situations. Ability to obtain, clarify, and exchange information. Ability to use excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students, including students with special needs. Ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of the students. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds individually and team-lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to organize and coordinate activities. Ability to feed, diaper, and provide toileting and/or other personal assistance to students. Ability to be sensitive to students who are unable to communicate their needs. Ability to appropriately restrain students as necessary. Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance. Ability to establish and maintain effective civil and collegial working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural, diverse socio-economic setting. Supplemental Information This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood, 253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191, wgreer@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Elementary: Jennifer Herbold, 253-571-1096, jherbol@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Secondary: Megan Nelson, 253-571-1003, mnelson@tacoma.k12.wa.us Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5821A FILING DATES: September 9, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov .Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs occupational therapy services and associated training activities in a large rehabilitation hospital to treat rehabilitative patients suffering from severe mental or physical disorders. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, and directs the Occupational Therapy Department; formulates and establishes goals, objectives, and standards for the effective and efficient utilization of fiscal, material and personnel resources within the objectives and requirements of the hospital and the department. Directs the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department in the development and revision of occupational therapy programs. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of occupational therapy programs and services; Provides for the effective and efficient utilization of resources to deliver safe and effective patient care. Consults with members of medical and allied health services and governmental, professional, and community agencies to promote cooperation and high standards of occupational therapy services; Collaborates with Hospital Administration, Medical Administration and Nursing Administration to ensure regulatory compliance, exemplary clinical outcomes, and cost-effective strategies to care. Evaluates and justifies budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment for the Occupational Therapy Department to the Medical Director and Hospital Administrator. Confers with the hospital Medical Director, Chiefs of Surgical, Medical and Neurological Services, and unit hospital administrators pertaining to aspects of hospital management, patient care, and occupational therapy operations. Delegates the development and implementation of specific goals pertaining to patient care, education, and research to members of the occupational therapy administrative staff and evaluates progress in achieving goals. Resolves or consults with subordinate supervisors to resolve problems of employee discipline and grievances. Selects or approves employees for all occupational therapy positions. Evaluates the performance of members of the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department and reviews all performance evaluations. Promotes participation of the occupational therapy staff in educational programs to keep them advised of current developments in occupational therapy techniques and to advance their level of education. Determines the overall objectives to fulfill the requirements of hospital medical administration for educational programs to train affiliate and graduate students, occupational therapists, physicians, and members of allied health staff. Identifies need for clinical and administrative research studies applicable to the development and improvement of occupational therapy services and operations. Directs the maintenance of records and preparation of reports as required by law. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: OPTION I: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher. OPTION II: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, three (3) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher. LICENSE: Current license or limited permit for license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: OPTION I: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. OPTION II: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. Experience planning, organizing, and directing occupational therapy programs to assist and treat high risk or underserved patient populations. **** A master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Finance or other similarly related major. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Chief I is defined as: Directs a therapy staff in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital that provides occupational therapy services for the treatment of patients by the use of exercise and occupational or recreation activities designed to improve and restore physical and mental functioning and to assist patients to adjust to their disabilities. ***Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Supervisor II is defined as: Manages occupational therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the occupational therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units within California Children's Services. ****A “ high risk or underserved patient population ” is defined as: Patient populations experiencing chronic and co-occurring conditions and healthcare issues (i.e. chronic disease or disability, severe and persistent mental illness, behavioral health issues, substance abuse) exacerbated by social factors (i.e. incarceration, homelessness, geographic isolation, low socioeconomic status) resulting in higher mortality and morbidity rates in comparison to the general population. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5821A FILING DATES: September 9, 2022 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov .Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Directs occupational therapy services and associated training activities in a large rehabilitation hospital to treat rehabilitative patients suffering from severe mental or physical disorders. Essential Job Functions Plans, organizes, and directs the Occupational Therapy Department; formulates and establishes goals, objectives, and standards for the effective and efficient utilization of fiscal, material and personnel resources within the objectives and requirements of the hospital and the department. Directs the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department in the development and revision of occupational therapy programs. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of occupational therapy programs and services; Provides for the effective and efficient utilization of resources to deliver safe and effective patient care. Consults with members of medical and allied health services and governmental, professional, and community agencies to promote cooperation and high standards of occupational therapy services; Collaborates with Hospital Administration, Medical Administration and Nursing Administration to ensure regulatory compliance, exemplary clinical outcomes, and cost-effective strategies to care. Evaluates and justifies budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment for the Occupational Therapy Department to the Medical Director and Hospital Administrator. Confers with the hospital Medical Director, Chiefs of Surgical, Medical and Neurological Services, and unit hospital administrators pertaining to aspects of hospital management, patient care, and occupational therapy operations. Delegates the development and implementation of specific goals pertaining to patient care, education, and research to members of the occupational therapy administrative staff and evaluates progress in achieving goals. Resolves or consults with subordinate supervisors to resolve problems of employee discipline and grievances. Selects or approves employees for all occupational therapy positions. Evaluates the performance of members of the administrative staff of the Occupational Therapy Department and reviews all performance evaluations. Promotes participation of the occupational therapy staff in educational programs to keep them advised of current developments in occupational therapy techniques and to advance their level of education. Determines the overall objectives to fulfill the requirements of hospital medical administration for educational programs to train affiliate and graduate students, occupational therapists, physicians, and members of allied health staff. Identifies need for clinical and administrative research studies applicable to the development and improvement of occupational therapy services and operations. Directs the maintenance of records and preparation of reports as required by law. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: OPTION I: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher. OPTION II: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Six (6) years of occupational therapy experience, three (3) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher. LICENSE: Current license or limited permit for license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10 pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: OPTION I: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Chief I** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. OPTION II: Additional years of experience at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor II*** or higher beyond the Selection Requirements. Experience planning, organizing, and directing occupational therapy programs to assist and treat high risk or underserved patient populations. **** A master's degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Health Administration, Public Administration, Finance or other similarly related major. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing your application online. **Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Chief I is defined as: Directs a therapy staff in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital that provides occupational therapy services for the treatment of patients by the use of exercise and occupational or recreation activities designed to improve and restore physical and mental functioning and to assist patients to adjust to their disabilities. ***Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Supervisor II is defined as: Manages occupational therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the occupational therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units within California Children's Services. ****A “ high risk or underserved patient population ” is defined as: Patient populations experiencing chronic and co-occurring conditions and healthcare issues (i.e. chronic disease or disability, severe and persistent mental illness, behavioral health issues, substance abuse) exacerbated by social factors (i.e. incarceration, homelessness, geographic isolation, low socioeconomic status) resulting in higher mortality and morbidity rates in comparison to the general population. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES : All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER : Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 For detailed information, please click here
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist The following incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires . Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources: Vacation Accrual Rate : San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service. Sick Leave : Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non-reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions. New Hire Retention Bonus : $2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours) $1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours) $3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours) Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000.The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process: Written Exam : The civil service written exam is a multiple choice format. If the written exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Oral Exam : The oral exam is a structured interview process that will assess the candidate’s education, training, and experience and may include a practical exercise. The oral exam selection process is not a hiring interview. A panel of up to four people will determine the candidate’s score and rank for placement on the eligible list. Top candidates from the eligible list are referred for hiring interviews. If the oral exam is administered alone, it will be 100% of the overall score. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% in order to be placed on the eligible list. Written & Oral Exam: If both a written exam and an oral exam is administered, the written exam is weighted at 60% and the oral exam is weighted at 40% unless otherwise indicated on the announcement. Candidates must achieve a minimum rating of 70% on each examination in order to be placed on the eligible list. Rate-out: A rate-out is an examination that involves a paper rating of the candidate’s application using the following criteria: education, training, and experience. Candidates will not be scheduled for the rate-out process. Note: The rating of 70 referred to may be the same or other than an arithmetic 70% of the total possible points. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Veteran’s Points : Eligible veterans, unmarried widows and widowers of veterans of the United States Armed Forces who have been honorably discharged and who have served during wartime shall be given veteran’s points in initial appointment to County service. Eligible veterans receive 5 points and eligible disabled veterans receive 10 points. Disabled veterans must submit a recent award letter stating a 10% service connected disability issued by the United States Veterans Administration. Note: A copy of your DD214 showing the discharge type must be received in the Human Resources by the date of the examination. Acceptable wartime service dates: September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946 June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955 August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975 Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990, through a date to be set by law or Presidential Proclamation. Eligible Lists: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for nine months, but may be extended by the Human Resources Director for a period which shall not exceed a total of three years from the date established. Certification/Referral: Names from the eligible list will be referred to the hiring department by the following methods. Rule of the Rank: The top rank or ranks of eligibles will be referred for hiring interviews. The minimum number of names to be referred will be equal to the number of positions plus nine, or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. When filling nine or more positions in a department at the same time, the top rank or ranks will be referred and the minimum number of names shall be two times the number of positions to be filled or 10% of the eligible list, whichever is higher. This applies only to open competitive recruitments. Rule of Five: The top five names will be referred for hiring interviews. This applies only to department or countywide promotional examination. Rule of the List: For classifications designated by the Director of Human Resources, the entire eligible list will be referred to the department. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grand parent, grand child or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when; They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other. Department Head may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Cal State University (CSU) Dominguez Hills
1000 East Victoria Street, Carson, CA 90747, USA
Assistant or Associate Professor, OTD Program Coordinator Department of Occupational Therapy College of Health, Human Services, & Nursing Position Description The Department of Occupational Therapy at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications for a Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (12-month) with the appointment starting in Fall 2024. At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University’s mission, vision, and core values. For more information: Mission, Vision, and Core Values . The Position This is for one 12-month tenure-track position in the Department of Occupational Therapy with a rank of Assistant or Associate Professor that holds the responsibility of overseeing the Entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program as the OTD Program Coordinator. Responsibilities This 12-month tenure-track position comes with the following responsibilities: A dministration and management of the Entry-level OTD Program, including program planning and evaluation, and commitment to promoting student success . E nsure the program’s compliance with the requirements of the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) Section B Content Standards. Teaching and advising. Conducting scholarship in line with the mission of the department, college, and university. Contributing to service for the department, college, and university. Contributing to curriculum and program development. Qualifications Required Qualifications An earned post-professional doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, EdD, OTD). Eight (8) years of clinical practice in occupational therapy. Three (3) years of teaching experience at the postbaccalaureate level. Eligible for occupational therapy (OT) licensure in California. Experience in working with students from diverse age, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds. Qualified to teach at both the entry-level and advanced clinical level courses. Demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring with ongoing or potential research projects that can foster student involvement and career opportunities. Demonstrate a record of professional presentations and/or a sound research trajectory/agenda for publications. Preferred Qualifications A t least 3 years of experience in a full-time academic appointment. Experience in OTD curriculum and course development. Experience in supervision of students’ capstone projects and/or residency programs, including development of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with residency sites. Experience in one or more of the following areas of practice or teaching: Physical disabilities, acute care Mental health, wellness, and/or healthy lifestyle interventions Assistive technology and/or artificial intelligence (AI) in rehabilitation. Population health, service-learning, and/or processes of reimbursement. Advocacy, leadership, and/or OT management. C ommunity outreach and/or program development. How to Apply A completed on-line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit CSUDH career-opportunities . Application Deadline Date: The position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin in March 11, 2024. For full consideration, please submit your completed application with the required materials no later than June 30, 2024: Current Curriculum Vitae with contact information Cover letter Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (2 pages maximum)* List of 3 references with contact information ** Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required for the finalist) *** A Statement on Teaching (2 pages maximum) A Statement on Research (2 pages maximum) Sample Publications or Evidence of Creative/Scholarly Activity Teaching Evaluations (if available) *Given CSUDH’s commitment to diversity and inclusion for all students, faculty, staff, and administrators, describe your individual commitment and experiences in advancing diversity and inclusion and how they relate to your future teaching and research. **This position requires three letters of recommendation (LORs). Please do not upload your LORs with your application. Your list of references will be notified at the appropriate time during the search process. They will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the LOR. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUDH by logging back into your applicant portal. ***For finalist with International transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required. A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). The certification can be emailed to facultyaffairs@csudh.edu or mailed directly to the office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact: Tracy Becerra-Culqui, PhD, MPH, OT/L Pronouns: she, her Search Committee Chair Assistant Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy Welch Hall, 3 rd Floor, WH A-320-H Office phone number: 310-243-2703 California State University, Dominguez Hills 1000 East Victoria Street, (WHA 320) Carson, CA 90747 Department of Occupational Therapy The Department of Occupational Therapy offers two programs: the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Program and the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program. We are very proud of our curricula for both Entry-level MSOT and OTD Programs. Through team effort, the OT Department faculty, students, and staff strive for the highest level of achievements. Together, we are quite enthusiastic in educating and preparing students on best practice, scholarship, research, advocacy and innovation to address the complex human needs of health, wellness, restoration and adaptation for optimal life engagement throughout the lifespan. In line with the University’s Mission Statement, the curricula aspire to promote population health and anti-racist education and practices. For more information: https://www.csudh.edu/ot/ Additional Information The anticipated salary range for this position is $6,190 to $15,145. Please see anticipated salary ranges for the specific classifications below: The Assistant Professor (12-month) classification salary range is $6,190 to $13,797 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year); The anticipated hiring salary is $8,243 to $8,610 per month. The Associate Professor (12-month) classification salary range is $7,102 to $15,145 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year); The anticipated hiring salary is $9,450 to $10,325 per month. This position will be commensurate with experience and current CSUDH faculty salaries in the academic department/discipline. Faculty salaries are subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. Summer research grants, moving expenses, start-up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available that includes: health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit: https://www.csudh.edu/hr/benefits/ . Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy The California State University (CSU) is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities we serve, as well as maintaining higher education access and attainment for our students, as such, we embrace a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce the likelihood of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to hrm@csudh.edu . Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 , revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. Closing Statement CSUDH is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. For more information: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources’ Office (310) 243-3771. Clery Act crime statistics for CSUDH are available at Campus Security Report (Clery), or by calling University Police at (310) 243-3639. Upon appointment, all candidates must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. The California State University is Smoke and Tobacco Free. Smoking, Vaping and other Tobacco use are Not Permitted anywhere on University property. Education Code 42356, CCR Title 5, Article 9. For more information see: Smoke & Tobacco-Free Advertised: Feb 08 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
Mar 07, 2024
Assistant or Associate Professor, OTD Program Coordinator Department of Occupational Therapy College of Health, Human Services, & Nursing Position Description The Department of Occupational Therapy at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications for a Tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor (12-month) with the appointment starting in Fall 2024. At CSUDH, we celebrate and respect diversity in all forms that include every race, religion, gender, ethnicity, veterans, people with varied abilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. CSUDH is seeking applications from candidates who can demonstrate experience in teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to the University’s mission, vision, and core values. For more information: Mission, Vision, and Core Values . The Position This is for one 12-month tenure-track position in the Department of Occupational Therapy with a rank of Assistant or Associate Professor that holds the responsibility of overseeing the Entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program as the OTD Program Coordinator. Responsibilities This 12-month tenure-track position comes with the following responsibilities: A dministration and management of the Entry-level OTD Program, including program planning and evaluation, and commitment to promoting student success . E nsure the program’s compliance with the requirements of the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) Section B Content Standards. Teaching and advising. Conducting scholarship in line with the mission of the department, college, and university. Contributing to service for the department, college, and university. Contributing to curriculum and program development. Qualifications Required Qualifications An earned post-professional doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, EdD, OTD). Eight (8) years of clinical practice in occupational therapy. Three (3) years of teaching experience at the postbaccalaureate level. Eligible for occupational therapy (OT) licensure in California. Experience in working with students from diverse age, socioeconomic, cultural, and academic backgrounds. Qualified to teach at both the entry-level and advanced clinical level courses. Demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring with ongoing or potential research projects that can foster student involvement and career opportunities. Demonstrate a record of professional presentations and/or a sound research trajectory/agenda for publications. Preferred Qualifications A t least 3 years of experience in a full-time academic appointment. Experience in OTD curriculum and course development. Experience in supervision of students’ capstone projects and/or residency programs, including development of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with residency sites. Experience in one or more of the following areas of practice or teaching: Physical disabilities, acute care Mental health, wellness, and/or healthy lifestyle interventions Assistive technology and/or artificial intelligence (AI) in rehabilitation. Population health, service-learning, and/or processes of reimbursement. Advocacy, leadership, and/or OT management. C ommunity outreach and/or program development. How to Apply A completed on-line application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit CSUDH career-opportunities . Application Deadline Date: The position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin in March 11, 2024. For full consideration, please submit your completed application with the required materials no later than June 30, 2024: Current Curriculum Vitae with contact information Cover letter Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (2 pages maximum)* List of 3 references with contact information ** Unofficial transcripts (an official transcript will be required for the finalist) *** A Statement on Teaching (2 pages maximum) A Statement on Research (2 pages maximum) Sample Publications or Evidence of Creative/Scholarly Activity Teaching Evaluations (if available) *Given CSUDH’s commitment to diversity and inclusion for all students, faculty, staff, and administrators, describe your individual commitment and experiences in advancing diversity and inclusion and how they relate to your future teaching and research. **This position requires three letters of recommendation (LORs). Please do not upload your LORs with your application. Your list of references will be notified at the appropriate time during the search process. They will receive a request via email along with information on uploading the LOR. You will be able to verify that each letter has been received by CSUDH by logging back into your applicant portal. ***For finalist with International transcripts, a United States Equivalency certification will be required. A United States (US) Equivalency certification is required for earned/awarded/conferred foreign terminal degrees, which is from a foreign Academic Institution for foreign studies. The US Equivalency certification is used to validate foreign studies from an academic credential evaluation agency and is evaluated on foreign studies and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. The certification must translate the information in English, and confirm that your highest terminal degree is US Equivalent to a US terminal degree (i.e., Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate’s, Doctor’s of Philosophy). The certification can be emailed to facultyaffairs@csudh.edu or mailed directly to the office of Faculty Affairs and Development, 1000 East Victoria Street, WH-368, Carson, CA 90747. If you have questions regarding the position, please contact: Tracy Becerra-Culqui, PhD, MPH, OT/L Pronouns: she, her Search Committee Chair Assistant Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy Welch Hall, 3 rd Floor, WH A-320-H Office phone number: 310-243-2703 California State University, Dominguez Hills 1000 East Victoria Street, (WHA 320) Carson, CA 90747 Department of Occupational Therapy The Department of Occupational Therapy offers two programs: the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) Program and the Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD) Program. We are very proud of our curricula for both Entry-level MSOT and OTD Programs. Through team effort, the OT Department faculty, students, and staff strive for the highest level of achievements. Together, we are quite enthusiastic in educating and preparing students on best practice, scholarship, research, advocacy and innovation to address the complex human needs of health, wellness, restoration and adaptation for optimal life engagement throughout the lifespan. In line with the University’s Mission Statement, the curricula aspire to promote population health and anti-racist education and practices. For more information: https://www.csudh.edu/ot/ Additional Information The anticipated salary range for this position is $6,190 to $15,145. Please see anticipated salary ranges for the specific classifications below: The Assistant Professor (12-month) classification salary range is $6,190 to $13,797 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year); The anticipated hiring salary is $8,243 to $8,610 per month. The Associate Professor (12-month) classification salary range is $7,102 to $15,145 per month (12 monthly payments per academic year); The anticipated hiring salary is $9,450 to $10,325 per month. This position will be commensurate with experience and current CSUDH faculty salaries in the academic department/discipline. Faculty salaries are subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. Summer research grants, moving expenses, start-up funds, and a reduced teaching load may be available. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available that includes: health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system along with optional tax sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit: https://www.csudh.edu/hr/benefits/ . Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy The California State University (CSU) is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities we serve, as well as maintaining higher education access and attainment for our students, as such, we embrace a comprehensive strategy designed to reduce the likelihood of transmission of the COVID-19 virus. The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy and any questions you have may be submitted to hrm@csudh.edu . Mandated Reporter Per CANRA The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 , revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment. Closing Statement CSUDH is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. For more information: U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources’ Office (310) 243-3771. Clery Act crime statistics for CSUDH are available at Campus Security Report (Clery), or by calling University Police at (310) 243-3639. Upon appointment, all candidates must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. The California State University is Smoke and Tobacco Free. Smoking, Vaping and other Tobacco use are Not Permitted anywhere on University property. Education Code 42356, CCR Title 5, Article 9. For more information see: Smoke & Tobacco-Free Advertised: Feb 08 2024 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Closing Date/Time:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5861A FILING DATES: January 20, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov .Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal occupational therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduates, occupational therapists, and assistants. Provides in-service training for occupational therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. Essential Job Functions Plans and develops teaching methods, reference materials and teaching aids for patient education, in-service, on-going and affiliate education programs, seminars and workshops taking into consideration specific education objectives and educational programs. Participates with allied health supervisory personnel in identifying and coordinating in-service and on-going education requirements for occupational therapy, medical, nursing, teaching and other allied health personnel. Conducts formal and informal instruction and demonstration sessions in support of general and specialized occupational therapy educational programs, including preparation of lesson plans and selection of appropriate materials and teaching aids. Consults and collaborates with outside agencies on recent treatment advances and occupational therapy issues; Based upon findings, plans, develops, and recommends training programs for clinical training, orientation and seminars to meet patient needs and optimize service delivery. Counsels and guides students and preceptors in attaining maximum student learning. Participates with occupational therapy supervisory personnel in planning and implementing evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of education and treatment programs. Analyzes existing education programs and recommends changes in goals, objectives and standards based upon inputs from the therapy staff and affiliated schools. Participates with the education coordinator or therapy chief and educational staff in defining educational goals, objectives, and standards for student programs, in-service education and on-going education. Reviews textbooks, films, professional literature and other resource materials and selects and maintains appropriate resources in support of occupational therapy and educational programs; Participates in clinical outcomes by conducting, reviewing, and assisting in research projects. Analyzes affiliated school curricula and plans clinical training programs to meet specific educational objectives and to supplement and reinforce academic requirements of affiliated schools. Plans and schedules occupational therapy clinical field work experience assignments for students. Meets with affiliated school representatives to review academic course content and make recommendations for changes in curricula to coincide with clinical training experiences. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Three (3) years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory** or teaching*** capacity. LICENSE: A current license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience providing professional occupational therapy services in a supervisory or teaching capacity beyond the Selection Requirements. A post-professional degree* in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university -OR- a master’s degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Education, Health Administration, Health Management, or Public Health. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. **Supervisory capacity is defined as : Provides direct administrative and technical supervision by planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff, evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline. *** Teaching capacity i s defined as : Provides effective instruction and assessment during clinical practice trainings in classroom, lab, or medical facilities by guiding and monitoring care provided by a group of students, conducting lectures and practical assignments, and evaluating student performance. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. A pplications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst (213) 288 -7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914 - 7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735 - 2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5861A FILING DATES: January 20, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov .Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Develops, organizes, and conducts formal and informal occupational therapy education courses and clinical training programs for students, interns, graduates, occupational therapists, and assistants. Provides in-service training for occupational therapy staff, physicians, nurses, allied health personnel and community agencies. Conducts training and evaluates its effectiveness in achieving educational objectives. Essential Job Functions Plans and develops teaching methods, reference materials and teaching aids for patient education, in-service, on-going and affiliate education programs, seminars and workshops taking into consideration specific education objectives and educational programs. Participates with allied health supervisory personnel in identifying and coordinating in-service and on-going education requirements for occupational therapy, medical, nursing, teaching and other allied health personnel. Conducts formal and informal instruction and demonstration sessions in support of general and specialized occupational therapy educational programs, including preparation of lesson plans and selection of appropriate materials and teaching aids. Consults and collaborates with outside agencies on recent treatment advances and occupational therapy issues; Based upon findings, plans, develops, and recommends training programs for clinical training, orientation and seminars to meet patient needs and optimize service delivery. Counsels and guides students and preceptors in attaining maximum student learning. Participates with occupational therapy supervisory personnel in planning and implementing evaluation criteria to measure the effectiveness of education and treatment programs. Analyzes existing education programs and recommends changes in goals, objectives and standards based upon inputs from the therapy staff and affiliated schools. Participates with the education coordinator or therapy chief and educational staff in defining educational goals, objectives, and standards for student programs, in-service education and on-going education. Reviews textbooks, films, professional literature and other resource materials and selects and maintains appropriate resources in support of occupational therapy and educational programs; Participates in clinical outcomes by conducting, reviewing, and assisting in research projects. Analyzes affiliated school curricula and plans clinical training programs to meet specific educational objectives and to supplement and reinforce academic requirements of affiliated schools. Plans and schedules occupational therapy clinical field work experience assignments for students. Meets with affiliated school representatives to review academic course content and make recommendations for changes in curricula to coincide with clinical training experiences. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Associates Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Three (3) years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory** or teaching*** capacity. LICENSE: A current license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience providing professional occupational therapy services in a supervisory or teaching capacity beyond the Selection Requirements. A post-professional degree* in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university -OR- a master’s degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Education, Health Administration, Health Management, or Public Health. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION : *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. **Supervisory capacity is defined as : Provides direct administrative and technical supervision by planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff, evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline. *** Teaching capacity i s defined as : Provides effective instruction and assessment during clinical practice trainings in classroom, lab, or medical facilities by guiding and monitoring care provided by a group of students, conducting lectures and practical assignments, and evaluating student performance. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. A pplications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst (213) 288 -7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914 - 7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735 - 2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 09/01/2009 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5859I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides first-level supervision to occupational therapists, therapy assistants and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with a physical or mental disease or an injury; incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. Essential Job Functions Plans, manages, and coordinates unit therapy programs with physicians, allied health personnel, teachers, families, and agencies. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned staff, such as: assigns caseloads based on available staff and individual therapy needs of patients; reviews the quality and adequacy of therapy services provided by the therapy staff and implements corrective measures when necessary; evaluates employee performance and prepares performance evaluations; serves as a resource person to the therapy staff regarding unusual or difficult therapy problems by consulting with, demonstrating, or performing evaluation and treatment procedures. Performs and supervises others' performance of complex treatment modalities, interventions, and techniques requiring special precautionary measures such as post-operative activities, manual stretching, positioning extremities with splints and braces designed to prevent or correct deformities, and special facilitation techniques to increase muscle strength and develop control and coordination. Develops and modifies therapy treatment programs based upon review of patient records, results of therapy treatments, introduction of new medical and surgical procedures and review of professional literature. Plans and conducts meetings with the therapy staff for the purpose of sharing and eliciting technical and administrative information, sharing in the resolution of problems and interpreting policies and procedures. Supervises clinical training of students in the areas of patient assessment, evaluation, and treatment, and provides for staff development through in-service training, rotating assignments and making arrangements for attendance at special conferences, seminars, or college education courses. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) - AND - Three years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy. A Master's degree from an accredited college/university in occupational therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: Current license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license under the minimum requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted ; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted. Additional Information Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidates must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, at time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES ORIGINAL POSTING DATE: 09/01/2009 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5859I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Provides first-level supervision to occupational therapists, therapy assistants and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patients with a physical or mental disease or an injury; incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children's Services Medical Therapy Unit. Essential Job Functions Plans, manages, and coordinates unit therapy programs with physicians, allied health personnel, teachers, families, and agencies. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned staff, such as: assigns caseloads based on available staff and individual therapy needs of patients; reviews the quality and adequacy of therapy services provided by the therapy staff and implements corrective measures when necessary; evaluates employee performance and prepares performance evaluations; serves as a resource person to the therapy staff regarding unusual or difficult therapy problems by consulting with, demonstrating, or performing evaluation and treatment procedures. Performs and supervises others' performance of complex treatment modalities, interventions, and techniques requiring special precautionary measures such as post-operative activities, manual stretching, positioning extremities with splints and braces designed to prevent or correct deformities, and special facilitation techniques to increase muscle strength and develop control and coordination. Develops and modifies therapy treatment programs based upon review of patient records, results of therapy treatments, introduction of new medical and surgical procedures and review of professional literature. Plans and conducts meetings with the therapy staff for the purpose of sharing and eliciting technical and administrative information, sharing in the resolution of problems and interpreting policies and procedures. Supervises clinical training of students in the areas of patient assessment, evaluation, and treatment, and provides for staff development through in-service training, rotating assignments and making arrangements for attendance at special conferences, seminars, or college education courses. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) - AND - Three years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy. A Master's degree from an accredited college/university in occupational therapy, public health, special education or a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. LICENSE: Current license issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy as an Occupational Therapist. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license under the minimum requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted ; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will NOT be accepted. Additional Information Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information weighted 100%. Candidates must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on this examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, at time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: All applicants must enter a valid social security number at the time of filing. Entering anything other than a valid social security number (i.e. 000-00-0000, 111-11-1111, etc.) will result in an automatic rejection of your application. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5865A FILING DATES: August 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Manages occupational therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the occupational therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units within California Children's Services. Essential Job Functions Analyzes and evaluates occupational therapy programs in the units managed to assess the quality of patient care and the need to improve ongoing programs, or to incorporate new or revised therapy programs and techniques. Participates with other supervisors and instructors in planning educational programs to meet the educational needs of subordinate staff. Supervises implementation of educational programs for subordinate staff and makes follow-up reviews to determine the results of training, the need for additional training and the extent to which training is utilized in therapy programs. Evaluates the performance of first-line therapy supervisors and reviews all performance evaluations of subordinates. Maintains liaison between the occupational therapy staff, allied health disciplines, special teaching staff and outside agencies to promote cooperation and obtain assistance in providing, evaluating, identifying and updating occupational therapy services. Consults with medical chiefs and members of allied health disciplines to identify problem areas and to define and develop treatment guidelines, methods and procedures for specific disabilities. Provides consultation to subordinate supervisors about resolving problems of employee grievances and discipline. Analyzes occupational therapy treatment programs and methods to identify research needs and plans the design and objectives of research projects for submission to a research committee. Assigns subordinate staff to participate in approved research projects and provides support by establishing guidelines for clinical research and serving as a technical resource person to the research staff. Interviews and selects prospective employee applicants and makes recommendations for employee promotion based upon capabilities and interest. Participates in the formulation of occupational therapy policies and procedures and interprets and directs their implementation by subordinate supervisors and staff. Directs subordinate supervisors and therapy staff in the development and implementation of new therapy programs and in the revision of existing programs. Determines educational needs of subordinate staff based upon observation and analysis of the quality of therapy services or the discovery of new therapy techniques and procedures. Determines budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment necessary to operate and maintain therapy services in assigned areas of responsibility and compiles the annual budget request with justifications for submittal to the rehabilitation therapy services chief. Performs and supervises complex treatment modalities, interventions, and techniques requiring special precautionary measures such as post-operative activities, positioning extremities with splints designed to prevent or correct deformities, and special facilitation techniques to increase muscle strength and develop control and coordination. Serves as a technical consultant to the therapy staff regarding difficult or unusual occupational therapy problems; reviews and discusses problem cases; demonstrates occupational therapy evaluations and treatment methods and evaluates treatment goals. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Five (5) years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor I or higher. ** LICENSE: A current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience providing professional occupational therapy services in a supervisory*** or teaching capacity**** at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor I** or higher. A post-professional degree* in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university -OR- a Master’s degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Education, Health Administration, Health Management, or Public Health. Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. ** Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Provides first-level supervision to occupational therapists, therapy assistants and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patents with a physical or mental disease or an injury; incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Unit. ***Supervisory capacity is defined as: Provides direct administrative and technical supervision by planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff, evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline. **** Teaching capacity i s defined as: Provides effective instruction and assessment during clinical practice trainings in classroom, lab, or medical facilities by guiding and monitoring care provided by a group of students, conducting lectures and practical assignments, and evaluating student performance. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5865A FILING DATES: August 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m., PT - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Manages occupational therapy services in several treatment units or programs in an acute rehabilitation or psychiatric hospital or clinic; manages multiple aspects of the occupational therapy program in an acute, rehabilitation, or psychiatric hospital or clinic; or manages physical and occupational therapy services in several therapy units within California Children's Services. Essential Job Functions Analyzes and evaluates occupational therapy programs in the units managed to assess the quality of patient care and the need to improve ongoing programs, or to incorporate new or revised therapy programs and techniques. Participates with other supervisors and instructors in planning educational programs to meet the educational needs of subordinate staff. Supervises implementation of educational programs for subordinate staff and makes follow-up reviews to determine the results of training, the need for additional training and the extent to which training is utilized in therapy programs. Evaluates the performance of first-line therapy supervisors and reviews all performance evaluations of subordinates. Maintains liaison between the occupational therapy staff, allied health disciplines, special teaching staff and outside agencies to promote cooperation and obtain assistance in providing, evaluating, identifying and updating occupational therapy services. Consults with medical chiefs and members of allied health disciplines to identify problem areas and to define and develop treatment guidelines, methods and procedures for specific disabilities. Provides consultation to subordinate supervisors about resolving problems of employee grievances and discipline. Analyzes occupational therapy treatment programs and methods to identify research needs and plans the design and objectives of research projects for submission to a research committee. Assigns subordinate staff to participate in approved research projects and provides support by establishing guidelines for clinical research and serving as a technical resource person to the research staff. Interviews and selects prospective employee applicants and makes recommendations for employee promotion based upon capabilities and interest. Participates in the formulation of occupational therapy policies and procedures and interprets and directs their implementation by subordinate supervisors and staff. Directs subordinate supervisors and therapy staff in the development and implementation of new therapy programs and in the revision of existing programs. Determines educational needs of subordinate staff based upon observation and analysis of the quality of therapy services or the discovery of new therapy techniques and procedures. Determines budgetary requirements for personnel, facilities and equipment necessary to operate and maintain therapy services in assigned areas of responsibility and compiles the annual budget request with justifications for submittal to the rehabilitation therapy services chief. Performs and supervises complex treatment modalities, interventions, and techniques requiring special precautionary measures such as post-operative activities, positioning extremities with splints designed to prevent or correct deformities, and special facilitation techniques to increase muscle strength and develop control and coordination. Serves as a technical consultant to the therapy staff regarding difficult or unusual occupational therapy problems; reviews and discusses problem cases; demonstrates occupational therapy evaluations and treatment methods and evaluates treatment goals. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an occupational therapy curriculum* accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) -AND- Five (5) years of experience in the practice of occupational therapy, two (2) years of which must have been at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor I or higher. ** LICENSE: A current license as an Occupational Therapist issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Applicants must ensure the License and Certification Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license, the certificate number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency for the required license as specified in the Selection Requirements OR applicants must attach a legible photocopy of the license issued at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted, or your application will not be accepted. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Additional years of experience providing professional occupational therapy services in a supervisory*** or teaching capacity**** at the level of or comparable to Occupational Therapy Supervisor I** or higher. A post-professional degree* in occupational therapy from an accredited college or university -OR- a Master’s degree* or higher from an accredited college or university in Education, Health Administration, Health Management, or Public Health. Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any type of college degree, you must attach a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or via email to ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov within 7 calendar days of filing your application online. ** Experience at the level of Occupational Therapy Supervisor I within the Los Angeles County is defined as : Provides first-level supervision to occupational therapists, therapy assistants and other support staff who are treating acute or rehabilitative patents with a physical or mental disease or an injury; incumbents may also provide administrative supervision to staff in the physical and occupational therapy services in a California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Unit. ***Supervisory capacity is defined as: Provides direct administrative and technical supervision by planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff, evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline. **** Teaching capacity i s defined as: Provides effective instruction and assessment during clinical practice trainings in classroom, lab, or medical facilities by guiding and monitoring care provided by a group of students, conducting lectures and practical assignments, and evaluating student performance. NO WITHHOLDS ARE ALLOWED FOR THIS EXAMINATION. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AT THE TIME OF FILING. EXPERIENCE MUST BE SUBSEQUENT TO GRADUATION. OUT OF CLASS - County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience will be considered for this examination. Those claiming out-of-class experience should describe their out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of their application. Applicants are also encouraged to submit any supporting documentation such as out of class/additional responsibility bonuses, verification of experience documents, and performance evaluations in order to assist staff’s review of applicants' qualifications. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience and education based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. SPECIAL INFORMATION : VACANCY INFORMATION : The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services (DHS) as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted by U.S Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking on the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 4:59 p.m. (PT) deadline on the last day of filing, as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Applications electronically received after 4:59 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements. Fill out your application completely and correctly to receive full credit for related education, and/or experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the position. Please do not group your experience. For each position held, give the name and address of your employer, your position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. IMPORTANT NOTES: All information and documents provided by applicants is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and/or Minimum/Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the Requirements. Comments such as "See Résumé" or referencing other unsolicited materials/documents will not be considered as a response; in doing so, your application will be rejected. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record . FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (323) 914-7111 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill part-time vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance: The County provides part time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of one of three health insurance plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with employee paying a portion of the premium. The three plans are: (1) a Kaiser Plan; (2) a Select Plan; and (3) a Premier Plan. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees an option for dental insurance coverage for eligible employees and dependants in either the Delta Dental or the United Health Care Care-Select Managed cared direct plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance: Under the Vision Service Plan (VSP), coverage for the employee is available at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $100,000 at the County's rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Deferred Compensation: The County maintains deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. Vacation: Vacation is pro-rated based on hours worked. Employees earn .0385 hours based on each hour worked. Vacation accrual increases based on length of service. Holiday: 14 holidays per year which includes 4 floating holidays if the employee is normally scheduled to work the day of the holiday • Regular holiday: when an employee works on a regular holiday (non-floating), employee receives regular pay plus holiday pay or time off at time and one half • Floating holiday: employees who work on a floating holiday earn time off to be taken at a later date. Sick Leave: Part time employees eligible for benefits accrue .0462 hours of sick leave for each straight-time hour on payroll with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one half of cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 1840 hours on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. License/Certificate Fees: The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the Professional Memorandum of Understanding for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Educational Reimbursement Program: The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program which reimburses the part time employees eligible for benefits up to $850 per fiscal year and up to $800 per semester (maximum $1600 per fiscal year) for enrollment in an approved degree program. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17.00 per pay period for employees assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Social Security: Part time employees are covered by Social Security with the employee and the County sharing the cost. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Part Time
Introduction The Hospital San Joaquin General Hospital (SJGH), originally established in 1857, is a general acute care facility providing a full range of inpatient services including General Medical/Surgical Care, High-Risk Obstetrics and Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatrics and Intensive Care. In addition to the 196-bed hospital, the medical campus includes multiple facilities dedicated to comprehensive outpatient services including Primary Care and Specialty Clinics. The Hospital's Ambulatory Care sites, including offices located at French Camp and Stockton provide over 1,340,000 outpatient clinic visits a year. In addition to providing direct medical services, the hospital is active in providing education for health professionals through post-graduate residency programs in General Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Practice and has trained over 3,000 physicians since the residency programs were established in 1932. The hospital also participates in clinical affiliation agreements for training programs in a variety of health professions including Registered and Licensed Vocational nurses, Pharmacists, Radiology Technologies, Social Workers and Respiratory Therapists. Recruitment San Joaquin County is looking to fill part-time vacancies for Physical Therapist -Clinical Specialist , Physical Therapist - Senior and Physical Therapist in SJGH - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. License and Certification All applicants are required to possess a current license as a Physical Therapist by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBOC) . and, if required by the nature of the assignment, must also possess and maintain a valid California driver's license. Applicants applying for Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist must possess the following: EITHER : (1) certification in a specific treatment technique such as neurodevelopmental treatment, infant massage, Folsom Manual Therapy, or other techniques as approved by and certification acceptable to the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital; OR : (2) certification as a specialist with the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties or other recognized specialty boards. certificates of completion for at least three courses in an area of clinical specialty as approved by the Department of Health Care Services or San Joaquin General Hospital. Experience To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist - Senior, applicants will need a minimum of one year of experience as a Physical Therapist in San Joaquin County service . OR, two years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed physical therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. To minimally qualify for Physical Therapist- Clinical Specialist , applicants will need a minimum of t hree years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed Physical Therapist performing diagnostic and therapeutic physical therapy techniques for a variety of disabling conditions. The Position For details on each classification, please use the following links below: Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Physical Therapist Senior Physical Therapist Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Performs the most complex physical therapy evaluations and interprets findings; plans, implements, and coordinates all types of physical therapeutic treatment programs for patients; establishes appropriate treatment goals; uses equipment properly. Coordinates treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff; responsible for physical therapy services provided by physical therapist assistants. Assists with departmental orientation of staff; serves as a resource for other therapists; consults with supervisory staff and may provide input into employee and intern performance evaluations; may act as lead therapist and/or preceptor for physical therapists and other professional and para-professional staff. Conducts and/or attends in-service education programs for a variety of departmental and hospital personnel; conducts education programs in the community. Attends staff meetings and patient conferences. Assists to ensure quality care and staff and/or patient safety. Maintains accurate records and prepares written reports. Prepares and presents, within established guidelines, clinical projects as assigned; assists with departmental projects and program development; may coordinate research projects. May serve as Center Coordinator of Clinical Education for university physical therapy programs. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility - operation of a data entry device; frequent standing for long periods; occasional sitting; constant walking; occasional pushing/pulling; frequent bending/squatting; Lifting - occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds; restraining, lifting/turning, transferring people; Vision - frequent color perception; occasional eye/hand coordination, peripheral vision and depth perception; frequent reading; Dexterity - frequent holding and occasional repetitive motion; frequent reaching, grasping and writing; occasional manual operation of equipment and hand tools; Hearing/Talking - constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone; frequent hearing on the telephone and hearing faint sounds; Special Requirements - may require occasional overtime, and weekend or evening work; Emotional/Psychological - occasional emergency situations; occasional exposure to trauma, grief and death, occasional exposure to depression and psychiatric disorders in patients; constant public contact and decision making; frequent concentration required; Environmental - occasional exposure to noise; may be exposed to varied indoor temperatures, occasional exposure to cleaning agents. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Health Insurance: The County provides part time employees eligible for benefits with a choice of one of three health insurance plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available for all plans, with employee paying a portion of the premium. The three plans are: (1) a Kaiser Plan; (2) a Select Plan; and (3) a Premier Plan. Dental Insurance: The County provides employees an option for dental insurance coverage for eligible employees and dependants in either the Delta Dental or the United Health Care Care-Select Managed cared direct plans at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance: Under the Vision Service Plan (VSP), coverage for the employee is available at no cost to the employee. Dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Life Insurance: The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $100,000 at the County's rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan: This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Deferred Compensation: The County maintains deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. Vacation: Vacation is pro-rated based on hours worked. Employees earn .0385 hours based on each hour worked. Vacation accrual increases based on length of service. Holiday: 14 holidays per year which includes 4 floating holidays if the employee is normally scheduled to work the day of the holiday • Regular holiday: when an employee works on a regular holiday (non-floating), employee receives regular pay plus holiday pay or time off at time and one half • Floating holiday: employees who work on a floating holiday earn time off to be taken at a later date. Sick Leave: Part time employees eligible for benefits accrue .0462 hours of sick leave for each straight-time hour on payroll with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one half of cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave: 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase: New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 1840 hours on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. License/Certificate Fees: The County provides reimbursement for specific classifications under the Professional Memorandum of Understanding for fees required to renew State required license/certification. Fees associated with initial license/certification will not be covered. Educational Reimbursement Program: The County offers an Educational Reimbursement Program which reimburses the part time employees eligible for benefits up to $850 per fiscal year and up to $800 per semester (maximum $1600 per fiscal year) for enrollment in an approved degree program. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $17.00 per pay period for employees assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities: Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Social Security: Part time employees are covered by Social Security with the employee and the County sharing the cost. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 1/4/2017 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5858H OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs occupational therapy procedures to help acute or rehabilitative patients with mental or physical disabilities attain, regain, or maintain physical or mental functioning, and performs structured assessments and screenings. Essential Job Functions Facilitates patient participation in therapy activities by discussing with patients their goals and treatment objectives, selecting specific tasks or activities most appropriate to patients' needs and interests, and encouraging and motivating patients to participate in the treatment program. Assists occupational therapists with patient evaluation by performing standardized gross evaluation procedures such as range of motion measurement, grasp and pinch measurement, and homemaking checkout; performs a variety of functional tests to assess patients' self-care level, and engages patients in specific tasks or activities exploring the patients' interests, therapy needs, performance capacities, and physical and/or mental limitations. Implements treatment procedures to stimulate muscle activity to develop or improve movement, including exercise, activities of daily living, arts and crafts activities, homemaking skills, social activities and games designed to help patients attain, regain, or maintain both physical and mental functioning. Advances the patients through progressively more difficult or strenuous activities, and modifies activities based upon observations of the patients' developmental stage, performance, and interest. Instructs patients and patients' families in the use and care of equipment and devices such as exercisers, mobile arm supports, splints, adaptive utensils, self-care aids and tools used in craft activities. Updates patients' records as to progress in therapy and treatment goals and reports observations to occupational therapists, other professionals and agencies to provide total care. Selects and utilizes equipment, machines, tools, materials, and supplies appropriate for patient treatment including pulleys, lapboards, towels and dowels and ambulatory slings. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Satisfactory completion of an occupational therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). LICENSE: Current certification or a limited permit for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. COMMENTS: Title change effective September 27, 2004. Former Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license under the minimum requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. Applications submitted without the required degree or evidence of licensure and/or certification will be rejected as incomplete . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted. Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience qualification based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green"Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Provide any relevant education, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES FILING START DATE: 1/4/2017 Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5858H OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Performs occupational therapy procedures to help acute or rehabilitative patients with mental or physical disabilities attain, regain, or maintain physical or mental functioning, and performs structured assessments and screenings. Essential Job Functions Facilitates patient participation in therapy activities by discussing with patients their goals and treatment objectives, selecting specific tasks or activities most appropriate to patients' needs and interests, and encouraging and motivating patients to participate in the treatment program. Assists occupational therapists with patient evaluation by performing standardized gross evaluation procedures such as range of motion measurement, grasp and pinch measurement, and homemaking checkout; performs a variety of functional tests to assess patients' self-care level, and engages patients in specific tasks or activities exploring the patients' interests, therapy needs, performance capacities, and physical and/or mental limitations. Implements treatment procedures to stimulate muscle activity to develop or improve movement, including exercise, activities of daily living, arts and crafts activities, homemaking skills, social activities and games designed to help patients attain, regain, or maintain both physical and mental functioning. Advances the patients through progressively more difficult or strenuous activities, and modifies activities based upon observations of the patients' developmental stage, performance, and interest. Instructs patients and patients' families in the use and care of equipment and devices such as exercisers, mobile arm supports, splints, adaptive utensils, self-care aids and tools used in craft activities. Updates patients' records as to progress in therapy and treatment goals and reports observations to occupational therapists, other professionals and agencies to provide total care. Selects and utilizes equipment, machines, tools, materials, and supplies appropriate for patient treatment including pulleys, lapboards, towels and dowels and ambulatory slings. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Satisfactory completion of an occupational therapy assistant curriculum accredited by the American Occupational Therapy Association Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE). LICENSE: Current certification or a limited permit for certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant by the California Board of Occupational Therapy. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Physical Class III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. COMMENTS: Title change effective September 27, 2004. Former Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Additional Information Special Requirement Information: *In order to receive credit for any college course work, or any type of college degree, such as a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, completion of a certificate program, certificate or license under the minimum requirements, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization; or official license or certificates with your application within 15 calendar days of filing online. Applications submitted without the required degree or evidence of licensure and/or certification will be rejected as incomplete . The required license and/or certificate MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license and/or certificate will NOT be accepted. Examination Content: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience qualification based on application information weighted at 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green"Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Provide any relevant education, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work performed, and salary earned. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must email the documents to the exam analyst, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Department Contact: Annie Hsu, Exam Analyst Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 Ahsu3@dhs.lacounty.gov For detailed information, please click here
TACOMA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Tacoma, Washington, United States
Description Tacoma Public Schools Expected Start Date: July 1, 2024 Salary Level: Based on your regular hourly rate as an ESP ESY Summer Program positions are open to current Tacoma School District regular Education Support Professional staff only. External candidates will not be considered. SPECIAL EDUCATION ESY PROGRAM (Extended School Year) Program Dates: July 9 - July 25, 2024 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Program Staff Hours: 8:30am - 1:30pm Student Hours: 9:00am - 1:00pm Orientation Date: July 1, 2024 8:30am at Skyline Staff set up Date: TBD P ROGRAM SITE: Skyline Elementary School -The applicant system will require a resume/document be uploaded; simply attach a brief statement that you have SpEd Education Support Professional experience if you do not have a current resume. Examples Of Duties This position assists a certificated teacher with instructional and personal care needs for students with a broad range of disabilities, including medically fragile, orthopedically impaired, developmental, physical, and/or behavioral. The position provides academic interventions and may include assisting students with activities of daily living. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Provides instruction to students individually or in small groups in assigned learning or “center” activities per direction of teacher; may implement lesson/activity assigned by specialists; provides assistance as necessary to students with sensory or physical handicaps; promotes and monitors a safe environment conducive to the instructional process; may perform vocational training with students according to their individual needs as assigned by the teacher or specialist; may assist students with job hunting skills and job application procedures and encourages students to participate in all learning activities. 2. May instruct students in self-care activities or carry out activities such as feeding, dressing and toileting; may perform diapering/toileting assistance and changing of sanitary napkins and colostomy bags, brushing teeth, inserting orthodontics and suctioning machines, tube or pump feeding; may restrain and calm students when they become self-abusive or violent toward others; monitors and protects students through seizures and other physical emergencies; performs sensory stimulation activities as assigned; uses adaptive equipment; may assist students to perform activities during adaptive physical education; may administer and log medications as assigned, as trained by the licensed school nurse or appropriate therapist. 3. Supervises students during recess or lunch periods; may supervise students in locker/shower rooms and restrooms; assists students in bus loading or unloading; instructs bus drivers on proper physical and/or behavioral support of students; may transport students as needed throughout the school or building premises. 4. Records student progress on data sheets, daily logs and prepares reports to assist the teacher; maintains communication with classroom teacher, program administrator and/or other school staff; may assist in assessing students; communicates with parents/guardians as assigned; maintains student records; collects and records data for the teacher on student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, behavioral plans, and grooming plans in addition to academic progress. 5. May be required to adjust position of students with physical disabilities periodically throughout the day to protect skin and ensure comfort; implement occupational therapy and physical therapy as instructed by specialists; use and teach basic sign language with students as needed; monitors students constantly to ensure safety. 6. May prepare and serve lunches and snacks for students in the assigned program; may clean dishes, utensils, and eating area following snack periods. 7. Models positive and appropriate behavior for students; corrects inappropriate behavior and demonstrates and discusses appropriate behavior; instructs students in appropriate conflict resolution as directed; administers discipline according to District guidelines and assists in classroom management. 8. Assists teacher in adapting materials and activities as directed; may assist in administering standardized tests as assigned; uses special teaching techniques, computer software, and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of students with particular disabilities, as assigned; arranges classroom furniture and materials for activities; may accompany students on field trips and camp activities; may accompany student to off-site jobs several times per week to supervise work; may supervise and provide instruction with students in general education classes. 9. Participates in department staff meetings; provides information regarding students. 10. May use specialized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, wedges, standers, side-layers, etc.; assists in adapting and maintaining equipment for student use. 11. May coordinate computer activities for students with disabilities; maintains and troubleshoots equipment; assists in the scheduling of students to use equipment; maintains equipment and software. 12. Demonstrates reasonable, reliable and regular attendance to prevent undue hardship that would create negative effects for instruction and related activities on the students and the program; adheres to District policy per general Employee Conduct rules regarding tardiness and unauthorized absences. 13. Addresses concerns with appropriate teaching staff and/or therapy staff and/or building administrators as appropriate. OTHER JOB DUTIES 1. May perform cleansing intermittent catheterizations after receiving required training. 2. Provides general clerical assistance in the classroom; duplicates materials and completes necessary paperwork. 3. Supervises students in the classroom during teacher’s brief breaks. 4. Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis; may work in more than one classroom as assigned by building administrator. 5. May perform, after received required training, physical restraint of student if student is harm to self or others. 6. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work. CONDITIONS May be confined to a work area for prolonged periods; may be required to lift and move students or materials; may be exposed to bodily fluids and infectious disease; may be exposed to high noise levels; substantial requirement to deal with distraught and/or potentially violent situations and/or people; may be required to regularly travel to other District sites; may be exposed to inclement weather; may be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Associate degree or 72 credit hours of post- secondary education or passing state test to demonstrate knowledge, demonstrated ability to assist in instructing students, and one year of experience in working with special needs individuals who may have severe disabilities or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements. Licenses/Special Requirements CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to be trained within the first 90 days of employment. Required to attend District restraint training and maintain certification. May be required to complete cleansing intermittent catheterization (CIC) training. Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance. Allowable Substitution Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources Department for comparability. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of assigned developmental, behavioral, and/or physical disabilities. Knowledge of assigned subject areas and basic learning styles. Knowledge of effective instructional methods for students with disabilities. Knowledge of safe and proper methods of lifting and positioning of students. Knowledge of basic sign language skills (for designated positions.) Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to defuse student conflict and de-escalate situations. Ability to obtain, clarify, and exchange information. Ability to use excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students, including students with special needs. Ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of the students. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds individually and team-lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to organize and coordinate activities. Ability to feed, diaper, and provide toileting and/or other personal assistance to students. Ability to be sensitive to students who are unable to communicate their needs. Ability to appropriately restrain students as necessary. Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance. Ability to establish and maintain effective civil and collegial working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural, diverse socio-economic setting. Supplemental Information This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood, 253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191, wgreer@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Elementary: Jennifer Herbold, 253-571-1096, jherbol@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Secondary: Megan Nelson, 253-571-1003, mnelson@tacoma.k12.wa.us Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 10, 2024
Part Time
Description Tacoma Public Schools Expected Start Date: July 1, 2024 Salary Level: Based on your regular hourly rate as an ESP ESY Summer Program positions are open to current Tacoma School District regular Education Support Professional staff only. External candidates will not be considered. SPECIAL EDUCATION ESY PROGRAM (Extended School Year) Program Dates: July 9 - July 25, 2024 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Program Staff Hours: 8:30am - 1:30pm Student Hours: 9:00am - 1:00pm Orientation Date: July 1, 2024 8:30am at Skyline Staff set up Date: TBD P ROGRAM SITE: Skyline Elementary School -The applicant system will require a resume/document be uploaded; simply attach a brief statement that you have SpEd Education Support Professional experience if you do not have a current resume. Examples Of Duties This position assists a certificated teacher with instructional and personal care needs for students with a broad range of disabilities, including medically fragile, orthopedically impaired, developmental, physical, and/or behavioral. The position provides academic interventions and may include assisting students with activities of daily living. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Provides instruction to students individually or in small groups in assigned learning or “center” activities per direction of teacher; may implement lesson/activity assigned by specialists; provides assistance as necessary to students with sensory or physical handicaps; promotes and monitors a safe environment conducive to the instructional process; may perform vocational training with students according to their individual needs as assigned by the teacher or specialist; may assist students with job hunting skills and job application procedures and encourages students to participate in all learning activities. 2. May instruct students in self-care activities or carry out activities such as feeding, dressing and toileting; may perform diapering/toileting assistance and changing of sanitary napkins and colostomy bags, brushing teeth, inserting orthodontics and suctioning machines, tube or pump feeding; may restrain and calm students when they become self-abusive or violent toward others; monitors and protects students through seizures and other physical emergencies; performs sensory stimulation activities as assigned; uses adaptive equipment; may assist students to perform activities during adaptive physical education; may administer and log medications as assigned, as trained by the licensed school nurse or appropriate therapist. 3. Supervises students during recess or lunch periods; may supervise students in locker/shower rooms and restrooms; assists students in bus loading or unloading; instructs bus drivers on proper physical and/or behavioral support of students; may transport students as needed throughout the school or building premises. 4. Records student progress on data sheets, daily logs and prepares reports to assist the teacher; maintains communication with classroom teacher, program administrator and/or other school staff; may assist in assessing students; communicates with parents/guardians as assigned; maintains student records; collects and records data for the teacher on student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, behavioral plans, and grooming plans in addition to academic progress. 5. May be required to adjust position of students with physical disabilities periodically throughout the day to protect skin and ensure comfort; implement occupational therapy and physical therapy as instructed by specialists; use and teach basic sign language with students as needed; monitors students constantly to ensure safety. 6. May prepare and serve lunches and snacks for students in the assigned program; may clean dishes, utensils, and eating area following snack periods. 7. Models positive and appropriate behavior for students; corrects inappropriate behavior and demonstrates and discusses appropriate behavior; instructs students in appropriate conflict resolution as directed; administers discipline according to District guidelines and assists in classroom management. 8. Assists teacher in adapting materials and activities as directed; may assist in administering standardized tests as assigned; uses special teaching techniques, computer software, and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of students with particular disabilities, as assigned; arranges classroom furniture and materials for activities; may accompany students on field trips and camp activities; may accompany student to off-site jobs several times per week to supervise work; may supervise and provide instruction with students in general education classes. 9. Participates in department staff meetings; provides information regarding students. 10. May use specialized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, wedges, standers, side-layers, etc.; assists in adapting and maintaining equipment for student use. 11. May coordinate computer activities for students with disabilities; maintains and troubleshoots equipment; assists in the scheduling of students to use equipment; maintains equipment and software. 12. Demonstrates reasonable, reliable and regular attendance to prevent undue hardship that would create negative effects for instruction and related activities on the students and the program; adheres to District policy per general Employee Conduct rules regarding tardiness and unauthorized absences. 13. Addresses concerns with appropriate teaching staff and/or therapy staff and/or building administrators as appropriate. OTHER JOB DUTIES 1. May perform cleansing intermittent catheterizations after receiving required training. 2. Provides general clerical assistance in the classroom; duplicates materials and completes necessary paperwork. 3. Supervises students in the classroom during teacher’s brief breaks. 4. Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis; may work in more than one classroom as assigned by building administrator. 5. May perform, after received required training, physical restraint of student if student is harm to self or others. 6. Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work. CONDITIONS May be confined to a work area for prolonged periods; may be required to lift and move students or materials; may be exposed to bodily fluids and infectious disease; may be exposed to high noise levels; substantial requirement to deal with distraught and/or potentially violent situations and/or people; may be required to regularly travel to other District sites; may be exposed to inclement weather; may be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience Associate degree or 72 credit hours of post- secondary education or passing state test to demonstrate knowledge, demonstrated ability to assist in instructing students, and one year of experience in working with special needs individuals who may have severe disabilities or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work and that meets federal and state requirements. Licenses/Special Requirements CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to be trained within the first 90 days of employment. Required to attend District restraint training and maintain certification. May be required to complete cleansing intermittent catheterization (CIC) training. Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance. Allowable Substitution Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be evaluated by the Human Resources Department for comparability. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of assigned developmental, behavioral, and/or physical disabilities. Knowledge of assigned subject areas and basic learning styles. Knowledge of effective instructional methods for students with disabilities. Knowledge of safe and proper methods of lifting and positioning of students. Knowledge of basic sign language skills (for designated positions.) Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to defuse student conflict and de-escalate situations. Ability to obtain, clarify, and exchange information. Ability to use excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively and collegially with staff, community and students, including students with special needs. Ability to walk, sit, squat, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, reach and lift to attend to the physical needs of the students. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds individually and team-lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to organize and coordinate activities. Ability to feed, diaper, and provide toileting and/or other personal assistance to students. Ability to be sensitive to students who are unable to communicate their needs. Ability to appropriately restrain students as necessary. Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance. Ability to establish and maintain effective civil and collegial working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural, diverse socio-economic setting. Supplemental Information This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood, 253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer, 253-571-1191, wgreer@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Elementary: Jennifer Herbold, 253-571-1096, jherbol@tacoma.k12.wa.us 504 Coordinator, Secondary: Megan Nelson, 253-571-1003, mnelson@tacoma.k12.wa.us Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FILING START DATE: March 12, 2019 at 8:00 a.m., PST - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5882I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Under direct supervision, provides basic or standardized physical, occupational, or recreational therapy exercises and treatment procedures assigned by a physical or occupational therapist to assist acute, rehabilitative, or psychiatric patients with mental or physical disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical or mental functioning or to adjust to their disabilities. Essential Job Functions Assists in performing treatments and procedures assigned by the therapist such as basic, routine, and repetitive exercises designed to maintain and restore strength, prevent contractures, or maintain mobility of joints. Reviews the treatment plan and uses at least two patient identifiers prior to performing any treatments. Accurately identifies the individual as the person for whom the service is intended and match the service to that individual. Assists in the instruction of patients in transfer training, gait training, ambulation practices, functional activities, or in utilization of special assistive or adaptive devices. Assist in demonstration and instructing patient and care-givers on methods of performing such tasks as range of motion and transfer techniques, including special methods of positioning and moving patients with unusual problems. Reassures patients and encourages participation in procedures and performance. Observes and monitors patients' conditions and progress during treatment, and provides continuous feedback to the therapist as to the progress and reactions of patients to treatment and procedures or of malfunctioning equipment. Participates in the instruction and Orientation of Therapy trainees and non-professional students regarding the daily functions in the Rehabilitation Department and treatment procedures. Assists in preparing adaptive equipment for patients by using power and manual tools to construct devices. Utilizes and demonstrates to patients the use and operation of exercise equipment and modalities used for stretching and strengthening muscles, or for improving body coordination or muscle restraining; adjust and maintains patient equipment. Maintains inventory, assist in ordering and organizes storage. Makes entries in records and computers correctly spelled, neat, orderly, properly identified and labeled, as needed. Performs documentation accurately and thoroughly according to department guidelines, using approved abbreviations and terminology. Assists with registration desk coverage, greeting and registering patients while updating the Orchid system so that the patient demographic information is current and correct. Answers telephone by the third ring, directing all incoming calls to appropriate staff in a professional, efficient manner endeavoring to maintain excellent public relations. Schedules patient appointments and updates clinicians' schedules via computer accurately and efficiently within clinic guidelines. Reschedules appointments with efficiency and in a timely manner. Participates in cleaning and maintenance of treatment areas and equipment in accordance with Infection Control Policies. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws, regulations, and department policies and procedures at all times. Participates in Departmental meetings and DHS mandatory trainings. Participates in department/Unit Based/Quality Improvements/Risk Management programs inclusive of monitoring of indicators, problem identification and resolution. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I : One (1) year of experience in a medical care setting involving direct patient care. Option II : Completion of an aide technician training course* and six (6) months of experience. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any college course work or for completion of a training or certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows identifiable course titles or certificates of completion of training; with your application or within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of certification will be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of three (3) semester units or four (4) quarter units in human anatomy or exercise physiology courses*. Current certification* in accordance with the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) for Healthcare Providers. Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the desirable qualification in excess of the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, experience, and desirable qualifications based upon application information weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . Department Contact: Gabriela Caudillo, Exam Analyst Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FILING START DATE: March 12, 2019 at 8:00 a.m., PST - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. EXAM NUMBER: Y5882I TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REBULLETIN TO UPDATE THE EXAMINATION CONTENT INFORMATION . ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 25 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.9 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Under direct supervision, provides basic or standardized physical, occupational, or recreational therapy exercises and treatment procedures assigned by a physical or occupational therapist to assist acute, rehabilitative, or psychiatric patients with mental or physical disabilities to attain, regain, or maintain physical or mental functioning or to adjust to their disabilities. Essential Job Functions Assists in performing treatments and procedures assigned by the therapist such as basic, routine, and repetitive exercises designed to maintain and restore strength, prevent contractures, or maintain mobility of joints. Reviews the treatment plan and uses at least two patient identifiers prior to performing any treatments. Accurately identifies the individual as the person for whom the service is intended and match the service to that individual. Assists in the instruction of patients in transfer training, gait training, ambulation practices, functional activities, or in utilization of special assistive or adaptive devices. Assist in demonstration and instructing patient and care-givers on methods of performing such tasks as range of motion and transfer techniques, including special methods of positioning and moving patients with unusual problems. Reassures patients and encourages participation in procedures and performance. Observes and monitors patients' conditions and progress during treatment, and provides continuous feedback to the therapist as to the progress and reactions of patients to treatment and procedures or of malfunctioning equipment. Participates in the instruction and Orientation of Therapy trainees and non-professional students regarding the daily functions in the Rehabilitation Department and treatment procedures. Assists in preparing adaptive equipment for patients by using power and manual tools to construct devices. Utilizes and demonstrates to patients the use and operation of exercise equipment and modalities used for stretching and strengthening muscles, or for improving body coordination or muscle restraining; adjust and maintains patient equipment. Maintains inventory, assist in ordering and organizes storage. Makes entries in records and computers correctly spelled, neat, orderly, properly identified and labeled, as needed. Performs documentation accurately and thoroughly according to department guidelines, using approved abbreviations and terminology. Assists with registration desk coverage, greeting and registering patients while updating the Orchid system so that the patient demographic information is current and correct. Answers telephone by the third ring, directing all incoming calls to appropriate staff in a professional, efficient manner endeavoring to maintain excellent public relations. Schedules patient appointments and updates clinicians' schedules via computer accurately and efficiently within clinic guidelines. Reschedules appointments with efficiency and in a timely manner. Participates in cleaning and maintenance of treatment areas and equipment in accordance with Infection Control Policies. Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA laws, regulations, and department policies and procedures at all times. Participates in Departmental meetings and DHS mandatory trainings. Participates in department/Unit Based/Quality Improvements/Risk Management programs inclusive of monitoring of indicators, problem identification and resolution. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I : One (1) year of experience in a medical care setting involving direct patient care. Option II : Completion of an aide technician training course* and six (6) months of experience. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: *In order to receive credit for any college course work or for completion of a training or certificate program, you must include a legible copy of the official transcripts from the accredited institution which shows identifiable course titles or certificates of completion of training; with your application or within 15 calendar days of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of certification will be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of three (3) semester units or four (4) quarter units in human anatomy or exercise physiology courses*. Current certification* in accordance with the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) for Healthcare Providers. Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the desirable qualification in excess of the Selection Requirements. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education, experience, and desirable qualifications based upon application information weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE ADDED TO THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. Notification Letters and other correspondences will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provide a valid email address. Please add Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Eligibility Information: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. Available Shift: Any APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you met the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED. This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PST, on the last day of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to 323-869-0942 or email the documents to Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov, within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and the exam title. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment . The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed . Department Contact: Gabriela Caudillo, Exam Analyst Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov (Best way to contact due to telework) (213) 288-7000 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 914-7111 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5801H FILING DATES: September 13, 2021 at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Due to the Manpower Shortage Recruitment, new appointments and current incumbents shall be compensated at Step 5 of the applicable salary range. This is in effect until June 30, 2024, or until it is determined that a shortage no longer exists, whichever is sooner. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 26 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.5 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Administers radiation treatments prescribed by a physician for the cure and palliation of disease. Essential Job Functions Assists physician during the planning and simulation phase by positioning patient utilizing appropriate patient immobilization devices such as a head rest, casts, and straps, as directed by physician, and taking radiographs for the study. Prepares for therapy, following physician's instructions by setting machine controls for amount of radiation, placing proper molds, casts, and preformed radiation shields in position, implementing change in treatment set up and orienting patient's body position by adjusting the unit head to known points or using a computer with patient's profile. Conducts therapy using a full range of conventional radiation therapy equipment for both superficial and deep-seated lesions, by turning on machine and observing patient. Studies physician's therapy instructions which include such elements as number and frequency of treatments, patient's body position, machine angles and radiation dose. Uses Varian computer program, Aria to chart a patient’s progress, schedule, and store all treatment data. Uses Cerner Orchid to chart, bill, retrieve necessary patient data. Inputs patient body profile and dose and treatment angles into a computer; adjusts controls to obtain visual scope display and selects for printing and physician's review a treatment configuration based on established safe radiation parameters for various organs. Elicits cooperation of patients and attempts to lessen anxiety through all sessions by explaining treatment procedures and reinforcing instructions to be followed in machine therapy. Assures machine accuracy by daily calibration tests which consist of setting the machine controls at a fixed radiation level, directing the radiation on an ion chamber to measure radiation output, and checking various gauges against predetermined criteria. Reports all equipment inaccuracies to a physicist or supervisor based on calibration or control tests. Uses ultrasound machine to determine bladder volume is sufficient for treatment. Performs pre-treatment checklists to verify a patient’s treatment is ready to be delivered. Fabricates lead shield blocks, using a physician-drawn outline on X-ray film of the patient's body as a guide, by forming a plastic mold block and pouring molten metal into the block. Demonstrates, for residents and trainees, the techniques and procedures of patient positioning, fabrication and placement of casts, molds, and metal shields, simulators and programmed equipment. Removes bandages from diseased areas and applies clean dressings after treatment; checks patient for characteristic evidence of skin reaction to radiation and informs the physician. Conducts formal classroom lectures on equipment and therapy technology as directed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : Certification in Therapeutic Radiologic Technology issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health. * PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) : A current, active certificate in Therapeutic Radiologic Technology issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. *Applicants must attach a valid and legible photocopy of their license/certificate in Therapeutic Radiology Technology issued by the California State Department of Public Health to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. Applications submitted without the required evidence of the certification will be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(S) : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Valid and current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Valid and current Certification in Radiation Therapy issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Work experience as a Radiation Therapy Technologist. To receive credit for the Desirable Qualifications, please be sure to attach a legible photocopy of the required license or certificate, to the application at the time of filing or email to the analyst within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. You may be required to verify your email address before the application can be submitted by entering a six-digit code sent to your email address. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. If you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Stinson at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provided a valid email address. Please add canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov and infor@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains an copy of all emails sent, for your records. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, rec ency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (3232) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Stinson canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov (best contact due to telework) Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Opportunity EXAM NUMBER Y5801H FILING DATES: September 13, 2021 at 8:00 A.M., (PT) Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. SPECIAL SALARY INFORMATION: Due to the Manpower Shortage Recruitment, new appointments and current incumbents shall be compensated at Step 5 of the applicable salary range. This is in effect until June 30, 2024, or until it is determined that a shortage no longer exists, whichever is sooner. ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY: The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. DHS operates as an integrated health system, operating 26 health centers and four acute care hospitals, in addition to providing health care to youth in the juvenile justice system and inmates in the LA County jails. Across the network of DHS' directly operated clinical sites and through partnerships with community-based clinics, DHS cares for about 600,000 unique patients each year, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual operating budget of 6.5 billion. For additional information regarding DHS please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov . Through academic affiliations with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), the University of Southern California (USC), and the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Sciences (CDU), DHS hospitals are training sites for physicians completing their Graduate Medical Education in nearly every medical specialty and subspecialty. In addition, to its direct clinical services, DHS also runs the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Agency and the County's 911 emergency response system, as well as Housing for Health and the Office of Diversion and Re-entry, each with a critical role in connecting vulnerable populations, including those released from correctional and institutional settings, to supportive housing. We currently have 4 acute hospitals, 25 health centers, $6.9 billion dollar budget and 23,000 employees. MISSION: To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care. DEFINITION: Administers radiation treatments prescribed by a physician for the cure and palliation of disease. Essential Job Functions Assists physician during the planning and simulation phase by positioning patient utilizing appropriate patient immobilization devices such as a head rest, casts, and straps, as directed by physician, and taking radiographs for the study. Prepares for therapy, following physician's instructions by setting machine controls for amount of radiation, placing proper molds, casts, and preformed radiation shields in position, implementing change in treatment set up and orienting patient's body position by adjusting the unit head to known points or using a computer with patient's profile. Conducts therapy using a full range of conventional radiation therapy equipment for both superficial and deep-seated lesions, by turning on machine and observing patient. Studies physician's therapy instructions which include such elements as number and frequency of treatments, patient's body position, machine angles and radiation dose. Uses Varian computer program, Aria to chart a patient’s progress, schedule, and store all treatment data. Uses Cerner Orchid to chart, bill, retrieve necessary patient data. Inputs patient body profile and dose and treatment angles into a computer; adjusts controls to obtain visual scope display and selects for printing and physician's review a treatment configuration based on established safe radiation parameters for various organs. Elicits cooperation of patients and attempts to lessen anxiety through all sessions by explaining treatment procedures and reinforcing instructions to be followed in machine therapy. Assures machine accuracy by daily calibration tests which consist of setting the machine controls at a fixed radiation level, directing the radiation on an ion chamber to measure radiation output, and checking various gauges against predetermined criteria. Reports all equipment inaccuracies to a physicist or supervisor based on calibration or control tests. Uses ultrasound machine to determine bladder volume is sufficient for treatment. Performs pre-treatment checklists to verify a patient’s treatment is ready to be delivered. Fabricates lead shield blocks, using a physician-drawn outline on X-ray film of the patient's body as a guide, by forming a plastic mold block and pouring molten metal into the block. Demonstrates, for residents and trainees, the techniques and procedures of patient positioning, fabrication and placement of casts, molds, and metal shields, simulators and programmed equipment. Removes bandages from diseased areas and applies clean dressings after treatment; checks patient for characteristic evidence of skin reaction to radiation and informs the physician. Conducts formal classroom lectures on equipment and therapy technology as directed. Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : Certification in Therapeutic Radiologic Technology issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health. * PHYSICAL CLASS III - Moderate : Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) : A current, active certificate in Therapeutic Radiologic Technology issued by the State of California, Department of Public Health. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. *Applicants must attach a valid and legible photocopy of their license/certificate in Therapeutic Radiology Technology issued by the California State Department of Public Health to the application at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. Applications submitted without the required evidence of the certification will be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION(S) : Additional credit will be given to applicants who possess the following desirable qualifications: Valid and current certification issued by the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program. Valid and current Certification in Radiation Therapy issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Work experience as a Radiation Therapy Technologist. To receive credit for the Desirable Qualifications, please be sure to attach a legible photocopy of the required license or certificate, to the application at the time of filing or email to the analyst within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing your application online. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of experience based upon application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and those receiving a passing score will be promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be added to the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months. VACANCY INFORMATION: The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Health Services as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT : Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking the green "APPLY" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. You may be required to verify your email address before the application can be submitted by entering a six-digit code sent to your email address. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. If you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met. Application filing may be suspended at any time with or without advance notice. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Applications electronically received after 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last of filing will not be accepted. NOTE: If you are unable to attach required documents to your application, you may email the documents to the exam analyst, Carin Stinson at canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online . Please include your name, the exam number, and the exam title. For the foreseeable future, all notices including invitation letters, result letters and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that applicants provided a valid email address. Please add canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov and infor@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and to the list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as SPAM/JUNK mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains an copy of all emails sent, for your records. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES : For Candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. LA County Public Library has announced they are reopening some libraries with limited hours access throughout LA County. Refer to their website at https://lacountylibrary.org/reopening/ for more information. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE : The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individual assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, rec ency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. ADA COORDINATOR PHONE: (3232) 914-7111 TELETYPE PHONE: (800) 899-4099 CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: (800) 735-2922 DEPARTMENT CONTACT: Carin Stinson canderson5@dhs.lacounty.gov (best contact due to telework) Telephone Number: (213) 288-7000 For detailed information, please click here