Physical Therapist

Quick Facts

• Role: Physical Therapist (Direct Hire)

• Duties: Advanced physical therapy evaluation and treatment; neuromusculoskeletal assessments; treatment plan design; supervision of PT assistants/technicians; development of PT protocols/SOPs; education and guidance for ongoing recovery, home programs, and reconditioning

Description

Provide advanced, evidence-based physical therapy services to wounded, ill, and injured service members. You will perform comprehensive neuromusculoskeletal evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans to restore physical and adaptive function, and coordinate PT care with assistants and technicians. You’ll also develop PT program protocols/SOPs and provide recommendations and guidance for continued treatment, home programs, and functional reconditioning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex physical therapy evaluations and therapeutic interventions based on evidence and data collection

• Perform comprehensive neuromusculoskeletal evaluations in a physician extender role

• Design treatment plans aligned with patient/clinical goals

• Direct and coordinate military and civilian PT assistants and technicians

• Develop PT protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP)

• Provide recommendations for continued treatment, home programs, reconditioning, and guidance for physical health and functional/adaptive activities

Requirements

• Active, full, unrestricted Physical Therapist license/registration (U.S. state/DC/PR/territory)

• Passed the National Physical Therapy Examination (FSBPT)

• Graduate degree with an approved physical therapy curriculum (CAAHEP or equivalent) and completion of required clinical components

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance (background investigation and credit check)

• Ability to meet fitness requirements (pre-employment and annual physical exams) and perform moderately heavy physical exertion, including lifting up to 50 pounds

• Compliance with drug testing, immunizations/vaccinations, and seasonal influenza vaccination requirements

• Favorable suitability determination for regular contact with children under 18

• Selectively Service pre-employment certification (if applicable) and compliance with Exceptional Family Member Program requirements

• Ability to satisfy DoD foreign-area employment/return rights requirements

• 1-year trial period requirement with continued employment contingent on written certification

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. government federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type and status); contact the hiring agency for details.