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The San Francisco California Children Services (CCS) Medical Therapy Program (MTP) is a program under Children’s Medical Services (CMS) that provides physical and occupational therapy, medical case management, and utilization review for specialty medical care to children with certain eligible handicapping or catastrophic conditions ages birth to 21 years at the Medical Therapy Unit (MTU) sites. The MTU Clinic Chief Therapist Manager serves as the primary therapy consultant assisting the CCS Medical Director to determine eligibility for CCS therapy services and to authorize related services according to State program medical criteria. The Chief Therapist plays a pivotal role in leading and managing the provision of physical and occupational therapy services to children with CCS-eligible disabling conditions. This position combines leadership, administrative responsibilities, and direct patient care.
Job Responsibility:
Program Management & Operations – Overall responsibility for the daily operation of the Medical Therapy Unit
Supervision & Staff Development - Supervises direct reports including Senior Occupational Therapist, Senior Physical Therapist, and clerical staff
Compliance & Standards - Ensures that all services are delivered in compliance with CCS policies and procedures, as well as relevant state and federal regulations
Clinical Leadership – Demonstrates clinical expertise within and outside the department
Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Collaborates with clients, caregivers, and CCS staff to develop and implement individualized care plans
Equity – Prioritizes equitable outcomes for clients and staff
Direct Patient Care – As needed, participates in the direct treatment of patients
Requirements:
Possession of a valid, current Occupational Therapist License issued by the California Board of Occupational Therapy OR Possession of a valid, current Physical Therapist License issued by the Physical Therapy Board of California
Four (4) years of professional experience as a licensed Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist.
Nice to have:
Advanced Practice Certifications
Certifications in applicable treatment techniques including but not limited to Neurodevelopment Treatment and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation
Two years supervising physical therapists and/or occupational therapists or supervising in a therapy setting
Experience treating pediatric patients with neuromuscular and musculoskeletal conditions
Strong clinical, technical, and communication skills