Description
We are seeking a Physical Therapist to join our team at GDIT. As a Physical Therapist, you will be an independent licensed practitioner responsible for evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating neuromusculoskeletal conditions to maximize functional readiness and performance.
The Physical Therapist will provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. They will function as direct access care providers, evaluating and treating clients without referral. Additionally, they will utilize proactive injury mitigation strategies, encompassing risk factor identification, targeted interventions, and the development of unit-specific programs.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of neuromusculoskeletal conditions.
- Function as direct access care providers, evaluating and treating clients without referral.
- Utilize proactive injury mitigation strategies, encompassing risk factor identification, targeted interventions, and the development of unit-specific programs.
- All clinical practice is conducted within the defined scope of practice for Physical Therapy, adhering to state licensing board regulations and professional standards.
- May refer clients to other POTFF staff members and medical providers as needed.
- Actively participate in the development and implementation of programs designed to optimize physical readiness and minimize musculoskeletal injury.
- Provide neuromusculoskeletal injury care, utilizing clinical privileges as documented and approved by their credentialing and privileging authority.
- Provide post-operative evaluation and rehabilitative care; develop rehabilitative plans of care according to clinical practice guidelines and current evidence-based medicine.
Requirements:
- Master's degree (doctoral degree preferred) in physical therapy from a CAPTE-accredited institution.
- Certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) as either an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) or Sports Certified Specialist (SCS), or certification through the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) as an Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC).
- Minimum of five (5) years or more of demonstrable accumulated experience as a Physical Therapist with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Collegiate Division I, Olympic, professional sports, USAF CRAFT, USAF SWTW, and/or SOF Operators.
- Experience in the field of manual therapy, dry needling, and joint manipulation is strongly recommended.
- Fellowship-trained physical therapists, in Sports, Orthopedics, and Manual Therapy, will also be considered.
Benefits:
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays