Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited Physical Therapy program (Doctor of Physical Therapy or equivalent).
• Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years of experience within the last 3 years as a physical therapist.
  • Experience providing direct patient care in an outpatient clinical setting.
  • Experience evaluating musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopedic conditions preferred.
• License/Certification:
  • Active, unrestricted Physical Therapist license issued by any U.S. state or territory.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or Red Cross).
  • National Provider Identifier (NPI) required.

• Other Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and establish individualized treatment plans
• Provide therapeutic interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and patient education
• Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the electronic health record system
• Reassess patients and modify treatment plans based on clinical progress and functional outcomes
• Supervise and delegate appropriate treatment activities to the Physical Therapy Assistant
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support continuity of care
• Ensure compliance with DHA, Air Force, and MTF clinical policies and procedures
• Participate in quality assurance, infection control, and patient safety initiatives as required