Physical Therapist Assistant - Temporary

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　　Physical Therapist Assistant - Temporary

　　Salary

　　$34.78 - $42.45 Hourly

　　Location

　　CA 95945, CA

　　Job Type

　　Temporary

　　Job Number

　　2024-0019

　　Department

　　Public Health

　　Opening Date

　　01/17/2024

　　Closing Date

　　1/31/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Definition and Class Characteristics

　　Join our Team! Interviews for selected candidates will be held the week of February 5

　　The Public Health Department promotes the health of the entire community through varied programs ranging from control of communicable diseases and coordination of the response to health emergencies to individual case management to primary prevention of disease and wellness promotion. We are currently recruiting for a part-time temporary Physical Therapy Assistant to assist in providing physical therapy treatment for a variety of disabling conditions. Come join our dynamic, professional team committed to keeping Nevada County's residents safe and healthy!

　　This is a para-professional classification working under the supervision of licensed physical or occupational therapists to provide treatment for patients with disabling conditions, injuries, and diseases. Incumbents may apply independent judgment in treatment progression within the scope of a treatment plan established by a licensed physical or occupational therapist.

　　The ideal candidate will:

　　Will hold current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant by the State of California, Board of Medical Quality Assurance, Physical Therapy Examining Committee.

　　Bring value to a strong, engaged team whose mission is to prevent disease, promote and support optimal health and wellness, and protect the community against disasters.

　　Be committed to and participate in the department’s ongoing work towards diversity, inclusion, and equity.

　　Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to adapt their communication style to meet the needs of both internal and external customers.

　　Work independently, able to prioritize work and remain flexible when priorities shift.

　　Be a detail oriented, self-starter who can apply critical thinking skills to daily work and special projects.

　　Provide excellent customer service utilizing emotional intelligence to assist customers at both ends of the life cycle.

　　Be software/system intuitive.

　　Possess strong Microsoft Office suite skills, especially Excel and Word.

　　A temporary, part-time employee typically works on average 20-24 hours but not more than 29 hours per week, for a maximum of 1000 hours per fiscal year. This position is expected to work an average of 8-16 hours in a week, and never more than 20 hours in a week. Temporary employees earn sick leave but are not eligible for other vacation or holiday pay, and are not eligible for CalPERS, medical, dental, or vision benefits.

　　Why Nevada County? Because here your contribution, your worth, and your ideas, all have a place. We thrive on transparent and ongoing communication through employee newsletters, social media and hosted sites. We strive to be the best version of ourselves through continuous improvement. We learn and grow as a team. Great discoveries happen when people from a diverse set of backgrounds come together. Best of all, you make a difference in the lives of our community every day. Bring your whole self to our place.

　　We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

　　Read the job description and see the minimum qualificationshere (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1231275?keywords=physical%20therapist%20assistant&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

　　NOTE:

　　This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

　　Sick Leave:

　　Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.

　　Medical Benefits:

　　Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.

　　NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department

　　950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2

　　Comments, please email:[email protected]

　　01

　　Which of the following best describes your level of education?

　　Did not graduate High School or GED

　　High School or GED

　　Associates Degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree

　　02

　　This position is for a Physical Therapist Assistant and requires licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of California. What type of professional license or certificate do you possess which permits you to practice in the State of California?

　　None

　　Physical Therapist Assistant

　　Other

　　03

　　Have you attached a copy of your degree, transcripts, certification, and/or licensure? Please attach your current license or provide your State of California license number in order to be given full consideration.

　　Yes, I have attached a copy of my license or provided my license number

　　No, I do not have proof of Physical Therapist Assistant licensure

　　04

　　In a detailed response, please tell us about your physical therapy assistant training and experience.

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　　County of Nevada

　　Address

　　950 Maidu Avenue

　　Nevada City, California, 95959

　　Phone

　　530 265 7010

　　Website

　　https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/

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