Physical Therapist (Position Located at Misawa Air Base, Japan)

LMR Technical Group (LMR) is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team.

Location: Misawa Air Base, Japan

Job Description:

The Physical Therapist will support US Air Force fighter squadrons as an embedded asset under the Optimizing the Human Weapon System (OHWS) program. You will help maximize the physical readiness and long-term health of fighter aircrew by addressing musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries, particularly related to neck and back pain caused by flight demands. As a multidisciplinary team member, you will be an important part of the injury prevention, performance enhancement, and rehabilitation aspects of fighter aircrew.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct MSK Evaluations and Interventions.
• Design, Implement, and monitor individualized injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.
• Order Imaging, Labs, and Specialist consultations as needed.
• Documentation of work performed in approved electronic record systems.
• Educate Aircrew and leadership on injury prevention, ergonomics, and recovery strategies.
• Comply with all DHA, DoD, and MTF protocols.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy from CAPTE-accredited program.
• 5+ years' experience as a PT in Collegiate, Professional, Olympic, Tactical (military), Aerospace industry, or similar environment supporting man-machine high-performance. Experience must include recency within the last 2 years.
• Current healthcare provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Current (or ability to obtain and maintain) Secret security clearance (T3 background investigation). Please visit the following link for more information:
• At least one of the following:
  • ABPTS OCS or SCS certification; or
  • Orthopedic or Sports residency / Fellowship Trained; or
  • Advanced Dry Needling Certification (Level 2) and Orthopedic Manual Therapy (OMT) Certification.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Expert ability to assess injury as well as treat acute and chronic conditions.
• Strong clinical decision-making and documentation skills.
• Effective communication with Aircrew, squadron leadership, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Knowledge of DHA and MTF electronic documentation systems

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program

About LMR:

LMR is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business that supports technology development and provides comprehensive joint warfighter training by leveraging the skills, experience, and knowledge of its personnel.

LMR Technical Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you are a qualified applicant with a disability in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. EOE Disability/Veteran.

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