CCS Physical Therapy Assistant

Full Job Description

SALARY
$35.51 - 42.5470 Hourly
$73,854.56 - $88,497.76 Annually

County of Santa Barbara Health is looking for a compassionate person to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special healthcare needs!

We are currently accepting applications to fill one (1) Full-Time (1.0 FTE) CCS Physical Therapy Assistant to join our California Children's Services (CCS) team in Santa Maria.

NOTE: We are also accepting applications to establish an employment list for future Full-Time, Part-time, Extra Help and 1414* vacancies for CCS Occupational/Physical Therapy Assistant in Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, Lompoc, and Carpinteria.

*Civil Service Rule 1414. Appointment to Fill Vacancy During Leave of Absence.

1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence, and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave.

A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department.

BENEFITS: The County of Santa Barbara offers generous benefits. Click on the Benefits Tab above or CLICK HERE to view more information.

In addition, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for:

• Retirement reciprocity
• Time and service credit towards for an advanced vacation accrual rate

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Under professional direction of a physical therapist, assists in the provision of physical therapy services according to documented treatment plans; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:This class is distinguished from the CCS Occupational/Physical Therapist I/II by the latter's responsibility for conducting patient evaluations and for the development of treatment plans and goals.

It is further distinguished from the Therapy Attendant by its requirement for licensure or certification and its ability to work without close supervision.

The IDEAL CANDIDATE will possess:

• Experience working with children with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with patients and their family members, teachers, caregivers, physicians and the CCS team.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent follow-up skills.
• The ability to work independently.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

California Children's Services (CCS): The CCS program provides diagnostic and treatment services, medical case management, and physical and occupational therapy services to children under age 21 with CCS-eligible medical conditions.

CCS is administered as a partnership between county health departments and the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS).

This position is part of the Medical Therapy Program (MTP), which provides physical and occupational therapy to children with certain physical (neuromuscular or orthopedic) conditions or diseases.

These services are provided free of charge in special locations (Medical Therapy Units) associated with schools. In addition, consultation may occur in the classroom and home.

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Requirements

1. Reviews treatment plan and goals with therapist; administers physical therapy using appropriate techniques and equipment under general supervision of therapist.
2. Assists therapists in consultation services to patients, parents, and educational providers by providing home and classroom instruction on services and the use and care of durable medical equipment; makes recommendations to therapists regarding patients' needs and helps construct needed adaptive equipment and splints.
3. Observes and documents results of treatment; notifies supervising physical therapist of any change in patient's condition that is not consistent with planned progress or goals.
4. Provides patient information to clinic team; assists therapists in coordinating clinics, following up on recommendations made by the clinic team, and coordinating therapy services with the patient's educational team.
5. Orients patients, community agencies, new staff, and student interns to CCS program.

Qualifications

1. Possession of a valid license as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC) OR,
2. Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) educational program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), AND verification that you are a Physical Therapy Assistant license applicant from the Physical Therapy Board of California (PTBC) (applicant status not to exceed 90 days).

NOTE: Candidates may be hired before receiving their PTA license. However, as a condition of continued employment, incumbents must obtain the appropriate license as required by the State of California.

Additional Qualifications: Some positions may involve independent travel and may require a valid California Class C Driver's License.

Knowledge of: human anatomy and physiology; human growth and development; pathophysiology resulting from injury and disease; concepts, scope, and techniques of physical therapy; medical/legal aspects of physical therapy services; self care and daily living skills needed by patients for maximum independent living; basic construction, use, and care of orthopedic appliances.

Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in written format; adhere to professional ethics and standards of conduct; select appropriate treatment techniques within defined guidelines; interpret physical therapy assessment results; establish effective relationships with patients and their families; work cooperatively as part of a multidisciplinary team; act effectively in a medical emergency; maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

1. Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.

Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking. Responses to the required examination supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored.

Candidates’ final score and rank on the eligibility list will be determined by the responses to these questions. This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates.




Candidates must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire ranking to be placed on an employment list.

An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI.

Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months.

At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive an email notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: Veteran’s preference credit is applicable for this recruitment (5 points for veterans, 10 points for disabled veterans).

To be eligible for this credit, you must be applying for this position within five years from your most recent date of: (1) honorable discharge from active military service; or, (2) discharge from a military or veterans’ hospital where treatment and confinement were for a disability incurred during active military service; or, (3) completion of education or training funded by a Federal Educational Assistance Act.

No time limit exists for veterans with 30% or more disability.




To receive veteran’s preference points, you must: (1) check the Veteran’s Preference Points box on the employment application form, (2) submit a copy of your Form DD214 to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date, and (3) pass all phases of the examination process.

The preference points will be added to your final test score.




REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants.

Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting.

We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider, or learning institution.




Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.




County of Santa Barbara Health (County Health) requires all employees working in direct contact with patients or clients in a high-risk environment to comply with the County Health Employee Immunizations policy.

This can be accomplished by providing documentation of immunizations, submitting laboratory immune titers demonstrating adequate immunity, or obtaining required vaccinations.

A list of requirements, based on the specific program, will be sent at the time an offer letter is presented to the selected candidate(s) and initial documentation will be required at this time.




Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check, which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks.

The appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination. The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.




Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental Code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.




EQUAL EMPLOYMEMT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

The County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance.

The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates.

The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.




APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: 02/10/26 at 4:59 PM PST. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.




Farrah Medrano, Talent Acquisition Lead
County Health Department, PHDRecruiter@sbcphd.org