Occupational Therapist

Recruitments for County positions are typically conducted to establish eligibility lists to fill countywide vacancies that occur during the active status of those lists (approximately 3 -12 months). Any person on a promotional eligibility list will be considered first by the hiring department(s) before persons on an open eligibility list. 

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. Veteran's Preference.

 

To apply for County examinations - All applications for County examinations must be submitted through the County's online application system. A completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each online application. All permanent County recruitments will be posted at www.co.lake.ca.us with a link to the online application. The County of Lake reserves the right to limit the number of applications that will be accepted for any open recruitment, and any such limit will be included on the job posting. When a limit is posted, the recruitment is subject to close at any time prior to the final filing date. Completed online application packets must be submitted by the close of business on the date that the recruitment closes. All relevant experience must be included on the application to be considered – resumes and other attached documents will not be used to qualify an applicant. Relevant experience and/or education may be substituted at a ratio of 2 to 1 for the purpose of meeting minimum qualifications and applicants should contact the Human Resources department for details.

Important Notice - The provisions listed on job postings, job descriptions, or other recruitment materials do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Benefits may vary between bargaining units. Any provisions contained within job postings, job descriptions or other recruitment material may be modified or revoked without notice. All County of Lake applicants who are given a conditional employment offer must comply with the County's pre-employment medical review program before they may be appointed to the County position.

Two (2) years of responsible work experience as a professional occupational therapist, which included pediatric work experience.

 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Current license with the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
 

Must be eligible for State Skilled Professional Medical Personnel (SPMP) classification as defined by 42 CFR PART 432.

 

Under direction, to plan, develop, and perform occupational therapy services for physically handicapped children up to age 21; and to do related work as required.

 

This is a specialized classification for the development and performance of occupational therapy services for children covered by California Children Services Program.

 

Public Health Nursing Director, Public Health Nurse III, and other supervisory/management staff, as assigned.

 

None.

 

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

Plans and carries out a full range of occupational therapy involving specialized skills for neuro-muscularly, orthopedically, and physically disabled children; interviews parents and administers the appropriate tests and/or evaluations to assess physical and/or psychosocial dysfunctions, including but not limited to range of motion, muscle testing, sensory integration, coordination, activities of daily living, pre-vocational, home evaluation, and equipment needs; reviews clinical records, medical prescriptions, and/or physician referral to develop treatment plans, utilizing selected methods which may include therapeutic exercises and functional activities to promote muscle return, sensory re-education, muscle facilitation, activities of daily living and transfer training and adaptive equipment fabrication; observes patient reactions and notes changes; keeps records and makes reports of treatment, and progress; modifies treatment plans in response to significant changes in patient's condition; devises or adapts equipment as required; consults with others involved with patient treatment to maintain consistency; attends clinics, conferences, and meetings; may coordinate and employ several treatment approaches to accomplish treatment objectives; may perform special evaluations and tests; may work at different sites in the County.

 

Sit for periods of time; frequently stand and walk; special manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination for application of occupational therapy; use proper positioning and movement techniques for disabled persons; lift and move object weighing up to 50 pounds; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and FAX; use of specialized adaptive equipment including lifts, wheelchairs, bathing and feeding equipment.

 

Work is usually performed in a clinic environment; continuous contact with staff and the public.

 

 

Principles and practices of occupational therapy theory, methods, procedures and equipment involved with an emphasis on pediatrics.

Human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and neurology.

Basic principles of psychology and psychopathology.

Perceptual-motor theory and principles.

Medical terminology.

Arts, crafts and recreational activities.

 

Apply occupational therapy principles and practices.

Plan therapy treatments and make modifications as a person progresses.

Evaluate the condition and progress of patients with regard to occupational therapy needs.

Develop therapeutic techniques and devices.

Evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy techniques.

Coordinate different treatment approaches to accomplish objectives.

Coordinate treatment plans with other staff.

Prepare and maintain accurate medical records.

Deal tactfully and courteously with patients and their families.

Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.

Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.

                                

Two (2) years of responsible work experience as a professional occupational therapist, which included pediatric work experience.

 

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

Current license with the California Board of Occupational Therapy.
 

Must be eligible for State Skilled Professional Medical Personnel (SPMP) classification as defined by 42 CFR PART 432.