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Pediatric Physical Therapist I/II

Stanislaus County

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2026

💰 $128,752/yr($98,592/yr – $128,752/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 5167-26

Department: Health Services Agency

Job classification: PHYSICAL/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Public Health, Allied Health, Rehabilitation Services

Summary

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Health Services Agency is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist with pediatric experience serving children with complex medical conditions. They demonstrate expertise in evaluation, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and families. The candidate is organized, adaptable, and committed to providing culturally responsive, family-centered care that supports improved functional outcomes for children served through the California Children’s Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP).

To learn more about the Stanislaus County Health Services Agency, visit https://www.schsa.org/

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Application Deadline: Continuous but may close at any time
Oral Examination: On a continuous basis

THE POSITION

Under medical direction, the physical therapist plans and performs therapy for physically disabled clients ranging in age from birth to 21 years who are eligible for services through the California Children’s Services Medical Therapy Program. Services are primarily provided in an outpatient clinic setting but may also be provided within the home/community to address equipment needs and caregiver training. This classification requires specialized knowledge in pediatric care, physical therapy laws and regulations, and will work independently and on an interdisciplinary team with parents and other professionals. The physical therapist is expected to exercise professional judgement, critical thinking, and requires the ability to adapt procedures and plan of care for the more complex cases based on responses to the treatment plan.

This position is within a dual classification for the Physical/Occupational Therapist. This recruitment is for the Physical Therapist I/II.

Examples of duties

Provide physical therapy evaluations and appropriate treatments
Design treatment programs for patients that include realistic, functional goals based on therapist's evaluation and appropriate precautions
Review clinical record, medical prescription and/or physician referral to develop treatment plans
Monitor patient's progress and work with an interdisciplinary team to modify treatment plans
Maintain accurate clinical records and prepare written patient progress reports
Attend clinics, case conferences, staff meetings, and in-service training
Evaluate for and order adaptive and durable medical equipment and instruct patients and caregivers in its use
Provide therapy recommendations
Consult with patient's caregivers and any other agencies involved in the care of assigned patients
Participate in the IEP process and represent the Medical Therapy Program
Provide general direction to Therapy Aides, volunteers and student interns for labor relations purposes.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE

Principles, methods, materials and equipment used in physical or occupational therapy
Possible reactions of and hazards to patients during treatment, and precautionary and remedial measures
Anatomy, physiology, neuromuscular function and dysfunction, kinesiology, and neuromotor development
Pathology and injuries which result in physical impairment
Current trends and new developments in therapy techniques
The growth and development of children

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Organize and implement therapy treatment plans
Explain the techniques involved in a wide variety of therapy modalities and procedures
Interpret and adapt physician orders and/or written reports
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Establish and mainta