Physical Therapist

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and self-motivated Physical Therapist to join our team in a part-time, school-based role supporting children with special healthcare needs. This role is critical in addressing a care gap for pediatric clients with chronic musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. You will work closely with a supportive clinical team in a setting focused on long-term, ongoing therapy rather than curative or acute rehabilitation.

Location: Hanford, CA 

Schedule: Part-time | 20 hours per week, no weekends, no holidays, prefer one person who can cover for continuity but will consider 2 people who can rotate with each other. 

Tentative start date: September 1. 

Hours: 8 am - 5 pm. 

Pay:

Local:

Travel: 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy services to children and young adults aged 3 to 21 with chronic care conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on ongoing therapy needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including nurses, office staff, and school personnel.
• Maintain accurate documentation using e-Clinical, the organizations electronic record system.
• Participate in onboarding and unit orientation; complete self-guided study of DHCS policies and documentation standards.
• Manage caseloads in accordance with Title 22, Section 41517.5 of the California Code of Regulations.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• California-licensed Physical Therapist (DPT not required).
• At least one year of experience treating children (required for CCS paneling eligibility).
• Pediatric physical therapy experience in either school-based, outpatient, or home health settings.
• Familiarity with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions (e.g., cerebral palsy, spina bifida, other CCS-qualifying diagnoses).
• Experience providing chronic care therapy services (not short-term rehab).
• Comfortable working independently and navigating a semi-autonomous onboarding structure.

Preferred Attributes

• Already paneled with California Children's Services (CCS) or eligible for paneling.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Self-directed and able to ask for support when needed.
• Committed to equitable and compassionate care for children with complex needs.

Application Requirements

• Current resume
• Proof of California PT license
• Relevant certifications
• Confirmation or progress of CCS paneling status

Onboarding Process

• Self-paced review of DHCS website content
• Orientation to unit operations and documentation standards
• Training on e-Clinical EMR
• Access to support from nurses and administrative staff throughout the process