Salary : $94,078.40 - $138,569.60 Annually
Location : Ventura and Santa Paula, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 0088HCA-26AB (NW)
Department: Health Care Agency
Division: Ventura County Medical Center and/or Santa Paula Hospital
Opening Date: 09/25/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
DescriptionTHE POSITIONUnder general direction, this physical therapist position evaluates referred patients and designs, coordinates, and administers comprehensive physical therapy programs to support rehabilitation goals. This role provides leadership through the training, and mentoring of staff physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, aides, volunteers, and students, ensuring high standards of patient care and professional practice.
IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate is a clinically skilled and experienced physical therapist with strong leadership and mentoring abilities. They demonstrate sound clinical judgment, a commitment to high-quality patient care, and the ability to guide and develop team members.
EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Incumbents may be eligible for educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
CERTIFICATION PAY: Incumbents in the Sr. Physical Therapist classification may be eligible for certification pay at a rate of $0.80 per hour up to a maximum of three (3) certifications.
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: Health Care Agency - Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital
Senior Physical Therapist is represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-Term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies for this or similar positions only.
There is currently one (1) Per Diem Pool vacancy.TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE: 9/25/26
CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive enough qualified applications to meet business needs. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
Examples Of DutiesDuties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Evaluates and continually assesses patients to determine physical, functional, communication, behavioral, and/or developmental status and therapeutic needs; performs tests and measures within the scope of the assigned profession;
- Develops, implements, and modifies individualized treatment plans and therapeutic programs in collaboration with physicians, patients, families, caregivers, and other members of the healthcare team to address identified needs and achieve appropriate functional goals;
- Provides therapy and therapeutic interventions to individuals and groups using techniques and activities designed to maintain or improve physical, functional, communication, self-care, vocational, social, and mental health outcomes;
- Applies, modifies, and fabricates therapeutic devices and adaptive equipment, including static and dynamic splints, and provides instruction in their appropriate use to improve patient function and independence;
- Provides patient and family education and counseling regarding treatment plans, therapeutic techniques, home programs, adaptive equipment, and strategies to support achievement and maintenance of functional goals; provides vocational guidance, training, and placement services, as appropriate;
- Coordinates therapy services and communicates regarding patient care with physicians, patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, other members of the therapeutic team, and outside agencies; participates in the development and coordination of specialized treatment programs.;
- Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, interventions, status, progress, and outcomes in accordance with applicable requirements and departmental procedures; participates in the IEP process and represents the Medical Therapy Program, as assigned;
- Provides clinical supervision, training, instruction, and guidance to staff therapists, assistants, aides, students, volunteers, speech assistants, and other personnel; provides in-service training and assists with educating staff and community agency personnel regarding therapeutic programs and practices;
- Participates in departmental program planning, quality improvement, and operational activities, including identifying and prioritizing needs, developing and evaluating programs, maintaining equipment, recommending and ordering supplies, and improving organizational performance; and
- Performs other related duties as required.
Typical QualificationsThese are entrance requirements to the exam process and ensure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:A broad background consisting of education, training, and/or experience which would provide the knowledge and abilities to perform in the area of Physical Therapy:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of physical therapy or proof of equivalency, plus two (2) years of physical therapy experience
OR successful completion of an internship program with the hiring department or an equivalent training program and one (1) year of experience as a physical therapist.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: - Possession of a current valid license as a Physical Therapist issued by the State of California OR must be eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Physical Therapist license within the probationary period. Once obtained, a current valid California Physical Therapy License is a condition of continued employment.
- Available to work on some weekends and holidays with little advanced notice
- Possession of a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate by hire date. Once obtained, it is a condition to continued employment.
- Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.
- Livescan fingerprinting clearance will be required prior to appointment
DESIRED:- Experience providing physical therapy services in an inpatient hospital setting, including evaluating and treating patients with acute and complex medical conditions, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with members of a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support safe mobility, functional independence, and discharge planning.
Thorough knowledge of:- Principles and practices of rehabilitation for individuals with physical, speech, occupational, developmental, or mental disabilities
- Human anatomy, physiology, and basic pathology associated with diseases and injuries resulting in physical, speech, or functional disabilities
- Therapeutic principles, techniques, and equipment used in individual and group physical, speech, occupational, recreational, and/or music therapy
- Physical therapy treatment methods, including manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, and the use of treatment equipment
- Departmental policies, procedures, and processes related to the delivery and documentation of therapy services.
Ability to:- Provide leadership and instruction in rehabilitation therapy activities and techniques to patients, families, staff, and other personnel
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients, physicians, coworkers, and members of the multidisciplinary team
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, physicians, coworkers, and other healthcare professionals
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise the work of others
- Observe, assess, and analyze patient situations accurately and take appropriate and effective action
- Prepare accurate reports and maintain records for patient care and case histories
- Work cooperatively as a member of a multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and achieve treatment goals.
Recruitment ProcessFINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.venturacounty.gov/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources - Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Drive, Ventura, CA 93003.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether each applicant possesses the required licensure, certification, and experience for this recruitment. Those candidates who meet the requirements will be placed on the eligible list.
Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, and driving record may be required for this position.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Nathan Wood by e-mail at or by telephone at (805) 677-5232.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEEService Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)(SEIU)To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.
- or you may call (805) 654-2570.
Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS
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Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited school of physical therapy or proof of equivalency?NOTE: To receive credit, you must include your degree, major, institution, and date of graduation information in the Education section of your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being disqualified. If applicable, proof of equivalency for a foreign institution must be attached to the application.
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Describe your physical therapy experience in either a professional work capacity or internship.
In your response, be sure to include:
A) Name of employer(s) where you gained this experience
B) Dates of employment
C. Title(s) of position(s) held
D). Specify if this was an internship or professional work experience
E) Description of duties performed that clearly demonstrate the capacity in which you worked
NOTE: To receive credit for this experience, you must include each employer in the Work Experience section of your application, and all details for each employer must be included. Failure to do so may result in your application being disqualified. If you do not have this kind of experience, type, "No experience".
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Do you possess a current, valid Physical Therapist License issued by the State of California?NOTE: If you currently possess a Physical Therapist License issued by the State of California, be sure to include it in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application to receive credit.
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Are you eligible to apply for and obtain a valid California Physical Therapist license within the probationary period and maintain it thereafter?
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Do you currently possess, or can you obtain a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification by first day of employment and maintain it thereafter?NOTE: If you currently possess a CPR certification, be sure to include the certification information in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application to receive credit.
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Do you possess the ability and willingness to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds with or without reasonable accommodations?
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Live scan fingerprinting clearance is required prior to appointment. Do you acknowledge this and agree to this cond
