Physical Therapist

Health Services
Public Health Division
Lake County, California
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SIGN ON BONUS

This position may qualify for a Sign-On incentive. The appropriate Department Head with the County of Lake can request a Sign-On Incentive payment of 10% of the annual rate of pay to a newly appointed employee not to exceed $10,000.00, if the position meets qualifications. The hiring incentive will be made in two (2) payments (the total amount to be split in half). The first payment will be made to an employee within the next available pay period following the initial, first time hire of the employee with the County of Lake. The second payment will be made upon successful completion of employment probation.

Employee must remain employed with the County for two (2) years or repay the hiring incentive; the employee shall authorize such repayment as a payroll deduction from the final paycheck, and/or repay any shortage not covered in the final paycheck with a personal check payable to the County of Lake within 15 days of termination

To assist in attracting qualified candidates for hard to fill positions the County of Lake may reimburse a new employee for expenses incurred in relocating to Lake County. The County Administrative Officer and Human Resources Director are authorized to determine whether a new employee is eligible to receive such reimbursement and the amount of reimbursement up to a maximum of $3,500 per employee.
An employee who does not complete one (1) year of service with the County shall return the relocation reimbursement to the County and authorize such repayment as a payroll deduction from their final paycheck. Any shortage not covered in the final paycheck shall be repaid with a personal check payable to the County of Lake within 15 days of termination.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Possession of valid registration as a Physical Therapist issued by the State of California.

Must be eligible for State Skilled Professional Medical Personnel (SPMP) classification as defined by 42 CFR PART 432.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time experience as a professional Physical Therapist.

Experience, which includes pediatric experience is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL THERAPIST

DEFINITION

Under direct supervision, plans, develops, and performs physical therapy for physically disabled children up to age 21; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a specialized journey level professional classification. Incumbents are responsible for the development and performance of physical therapy for children covered by the California Children Services Program. Incumbents provide medically necessary therapy to physically disabled children.

This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.

To view the complete job description, you have two options: either visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakecountyca or simply click on this link.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakecountyca/classspecs/748870

Employment Type: Full Time - Open to all applicants