This position is located in Coalinga.
Under supvervision of a registered physical therapist, to assist in administering physical therapy treatments in a State hopsital; and to do other related work.
Carries out individual client care programs or portions thereof as planned by a supervising registered physical therapist; trains clients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living; applies heat and cold, ultrasound and massage, light, in water and therapeutic pools; assists clients in positioning and exercising; observes and reports client's physical condition and response to treatment; assists registered physical therapist in performing tests, evaluations, and complex treatment procedures; maintains safe environment for clients; maintains treatment areas and equipment in satisfactory operating condition; maintains adequate supplies; attends clinics; may post client and treatment data in records; may prepare reports; may participate in clerical and reception activities of the physical therapy unit.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health Benefits, Vision, Dental, Retirement and an array of other options. For more information on the benefits offered by the State of California you can visit the California Department of Human Resources web site: http://www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/Pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.
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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
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