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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Occupational-Physical Therapist I/II - Extra-Help Occupational-Physical Therapist I/II

Merced County Department of Public Health 260 E 15th Street Merced, CA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$94K/yr - $126K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking Occupational-Physical Therapists for Merced County's Department of Public Health. The role involves evaluating patients, providing therapy, and developing treatment plans for physically disabled children.

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Responsibilities

Interviews patients and evaluates their physical condition

Provides a full range of occupational or physical therapy for neuromuscularly, orthopedically and physically disabled children that may require highly specialized skills and knowledge

Reviews clinical records, medical prescriptions and physician referrals to develop treatment plans

Observes patient reactions and notes changes; adopts and applies treatment procedures

Instructs aides, assistants, family members and patients in the proper use of wheelchairs, crutches, canes, braces, prosthetic appliances and devices; devises or adapts equipment as required

May consult with school staff, medical personnel and vendors for coordination of services

May be assigned to any California Children Services site in the County

May provide Targeted Case Management services and engage in outreach and other activities to enhance services to Medi-Cal beneficiaries

Qualification

Occupational Therapy LicensePhysical Therapy LicenseTherapeutic TechniquesKinesiologyData AnalysisPatient InstructionTeam CoordinationCommunication Skills

Required

Graduation from an approved college or university educational program for Occupational or Physical Therapy which meets the requirements for licensure as an Occupational or Physical Therapist in the State of California

Written acknowledgment from the State of California Occupational or Physical Therapy Examining Committee allowing the practice of Occupational or Physical Therapy under direct supervision of a California Licensed Occupational or Physical Therapist

Possession of a valid license as an Occupational or Physical Therapist issued by the State of California

One (1) full year of experience as a Professional Occupational or Physical Therapist

Possession of a valid license as an Occupational or Physical Therapist issued by the State of California

Benefits

Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums.

Dental Insurance - Delta Dental

Vision Insurance - VSP

State Disability Insurance (SDI)

County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan.

The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code.

Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention.

The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state.