Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.
Type: Full-Time
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Job Posting Title
Pediatric Physical Therapist II or IIIAgency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHSupervisory Organization
340 Tulsa County Early InterventionJob Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full timeJob Type
RegularCompensation
Level III –Up to $59,882.00Job Description
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. We value respect, collaboration, and service.
OSDH is seeking a full time Physical Therapist; this position may be hired at a Level II or Level III. Level II- Up to $53,949.00 Level III –Up to $59,882.00
OSDH is seeking a full time Physical Therapist II or III providing support to Tulsa County SoonerStart Early Intervention Program. This is a state employee position 34001259 governed by the Civil Service Rules, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. OSDH offers a comprehensive Benefits packet, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
Position Summary:
This position is assigned responsibilities involving advanced level duties in Physical Therapy. Incumbents at this level may assume a lead role in evaluation, assessment, program planning, intervention, and supervise physical therapy students during field work experience. May provide in-service training in areas of recognized expertise at the local, regional and state level. Positions which are the only physical therapist at a facility with overall responsibility for the program are also included at this level.
Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions:
Minimum Qualifications:
Level I – Requirements at this level consist of a current Oklahoma license as a Physical Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. (At this Level only: A letter of eligibility issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision will be accepted as long as the letter of eligibility remains valid. However, a valid permanent license as a Physical Therapist must be obtained prior to the expiration of the probationary period.)
Level II - Requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level I plus one year of professional experience as a licensed Physical Therapist; or an advanced level masters degree or doctorate in pediatric rehabilitative services, pediatric physical therapy, special education, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience.
Level III - Requirements at this level consist of those identified in Level I plus three years of professional experience as a licensed Physical Therapist; or an advanced level master's degree or doctorate in pediatric rehabilitative services, pediatric physical therapy, special education, or a closely related field may be substituted for two years only of the required experience.
Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Level I – Required at this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional physical therapy; of therapeutic techniques and their application; and of the use of materials and modalities used in physical therapy programs. Ability is required to use therapeutic equipment and materials; to evaluate various skills and abilities, to administer prescribed treatments or conduct planned activities; to interpret medical referrals; to establish effective working relationships with others; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Level II - Required at this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional physical therapy; of therapeutic techniques and their application to physical therapy; of standardized treatments prescribed for various conditions; of the procedures to evaluate various skills and abilities; and of the supplies, materials and equipment used in conducting physical therapy programs. Ability is required to use therapeutic equipment and materials; to evaluate various skills and abilities; to administer prescribed treatments or conduct planned activities; to interpret medical referrals; to establish effective working relationships with others; to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; and to mentor physical therapy students during field work experience.
Level III - Required this level include knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional physical therapy; of therapeutic techniques and their application to physical therapy; of anatomy and physiology; of standardized and special treatments related to physical therapy; of procedures for evaluating various skills and abilities; and of the supplies, materials and equipment used in conducting physical therapy. Ability is required to evaluate individual skills and abilities; to develop physical therapy treatment plans; to administer prescribed treatments or conduct planned activities; to establish effective working relationships with others; to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing; to exercise initiative and independent judgment; and to provide in-service training at the local, regional and state levels in identified areas of expertise.
*General knowledge of normal early childhood development as well as the development of infants and toddlers with physical impairments; knowledge of motor conditions and the effects on physical functioning; knowledge of the relationship of motor impairment to various areas of development; knowledge of specialized needs as a result of the physical condition. Skill and techniques are needed for adaptations and modifications to equipment and learning methods; methods and interventions for young children related to daily activities, use of caregiver coaching; administration and interpretation of developmental/motor screening and other related evaluation/assessment tools*
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: Work is typically performed in a client’s home or daycare setting or in an office environment with climate- controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. Telework and the provision of services remotely may also be required. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and may lift up to 35 pounds. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone.
Travel Requirements: Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with this position.
Special Requirements
Position requires possible response to public health emergencies including, but not limited to, natural disasters, disease outbreaks, or catastrophic events. The Oklahoma State Department of Health is tobacco free. Employees are prohibited from using tobacco products throughout all indoor and outdoor areas of premises under the control of the Oklahoma State Department of Health, in all vehicles on those premises, and in state vehicles in use for OSDH business anywhere. Applicants may be subject to a background check
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of interview.
All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.
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