• Job Description

  Req#: 4763925

  The San Mateo Medical Center is seeking an experienced individual for a Supervising Therapist position.

  Under direction of the Rehabilitation Clinical Services Manager, the Supervising Therapist will supervise a group of inpatient therapists responsible for planning and providing occupational, speech-language pathology, physical therapy and creative art therapy services; select, train, direct and evaluate staff and perform a full range of therapy treatments. The Supervising Therapist will:

  • Plan and perform occupational, speech-language pathology, physical therapy and creative art therapy for San Mateo Medical Center and Clinic patients.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment to patients.
  • Administer therapy treatments in accordance with San Mateo Medical Center policy.
  • Participate in discharge planning and refer patients to community services.
  • Participate in department projects and improvements.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

  The Ideal Candidate will have:

  • Current California license as a Physical Therapist from the Physical Therapy Board of California, or Occupational Therapist from the Occupational Therapy Board of California or Speech-Language Pathologist from the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.
  • 4 years' experience providing professional occupational, speech-language pathology, or physical therapy care.
  • Good working knowledge of current therapy clinical skills, client training and education.
  • Evidence of progressive departmental or organizational responsibilities.
  • Evidence of excellent communication and problem solving skills.
  • Current knowledge of trends in rehabilitation care and reimbursement.
  • Experience in directing a group of licensed professionals in rehabilitation setting.

  Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
  

  • Plan, assign, direct and review the work of Occupational/Physical Therapists and other staff assigned to the unit.
  • Evaluate and document employee performance on an ongoing basis, including periodic written evaluations for personnel records.
  • Provide consultation for therapists regarding treatment programs; supervise difficult or complex cases.
  • Assist management with support services such as recruitment and selection of staff, development of therapy policy and procedures manuals, training programs, reports and correspondence.
  • Hold individual and group meetings with staff to discuss general treatments and policies.

  
  When assigned to Option 2 – San Mateo Medical Center
  

  • Plan and perform occupational/physical therapy for hospital patients.
  • Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment to patients.
  • Administer therapy treatments in accordance with a prescription from the orthopedist, neurologist or physiatrist.
  • Participate in discharge planning and refer patients to community services.

  
  Knowledge of:
  

  • Principles and practices of supervision and training.
  • Principles and methods of occupational/physical therapy.
  • Neuro-anatomy, kinesiology, psychology and the basic pathology involved in cerebral palsy and other medically eligible conditions.
  • Objectives of therapy treatment for assigned patient population.
  • Family centered therapy.
  • Construction, use and care of orthopedic appliances and equipment.
  • Available resources for adaptive equipment and indications for appropriate use.

  
  

  Skill/Ability to:

  • Plan, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
  • Train subordinate staff.
  • Administer occupational/physical therapy treatments.
  • Explain and teach therapy activities to children, parents, health care professionals, local school authorities and other interested persons.
  • Instruct others in the use of the home program.
  • Analyze situations accurately and implement an effective plan of action.
  • Prepare reports and keep records of case histories.
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Provide suitable transportation between work sites.
  • Lift or assist with lifting children and equipment.

  
  Education and Experience:
  Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

  Option 2 – San Mateo Medical Center: Two years of experience providing occupational or physical therapy.

  
  Licensure/Certification:

  Option 2 - San Mateo Medical Center: Current license as a Physical Therapist from the Physical Therapy Board of California, or Occupational Therapist from the Occupational Therapy Board of California, or Speech-Language Pathologist from the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.

  Departmental Promotional Only. Only current County of San Mateo employees in the San Mateo County Health with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date may apply.

  
  

  The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

  
  

  IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the Apply Online button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to http://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

  
  

  TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

  Final Filing Date: Monday. January 6, 2025 11:59PM PST

  Application Screening: Week of January 6, 2025

  Combined Panel/Departmental Interview: January 16, 2025

  
  

  About the County
  

  San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

  The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

  The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

  
  

  
  

  Analyst: Debbie Kong (12202024) (Supervising Therapist - F187)

• About the company

  San Mateo County, officially the County of San Mateo, is a county located in the US state of California.

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