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.