Physical Therapist

The candidate shall serve as a Physical Therapist in support of all permanently assigned or visiting active-duty Air Force Fighter Aircrew and responsible for all administrative and clinical management within scope of practice for HPO services as an independent embedded healthcare provider. The Candidate shall utilize a range of principles and methodologies to provide examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcome assessment for assigned personnel to include but not limited to operational provision of care associated with individual assessments, injury prevention and human performance interventions of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions in support of personnel readiness.

• Complete all unit and Medical Group (MDG) in-processing requirements, to include computer-based trainings as required by the Department of Defense, Air Force, or the Medical Group training, on-line Relias health training, Military Health System (MHS) Genesis training, and newcomer's orientation.
• Complete an in-processing evaluation/assessment for all newly assigned personnel.
• Examine, diagnose, treat and manage neuromusculoskeletal disorders, injuries, associated structures and systems that may impair movement or function.
• Provide direct access (i.e., no referral needed) evaluation for acute MSK and neuromuscular conditions in an embedded setting.
• Order diagnostic laboratory, imaging studies, consultations and refers patients to Military Health Providers (MHP).
• Perform and recommend physical rehabilitation, injury prevention, performance optimization, ergonomic evaluation, wellness, screening, concussion, acute injury management and promotion of health lifestyle activities.
• Educate patients on the rehabilitation process.
• Initiate, continue and terminate temporary profiles to include placing patients on quarters.
• Perform work assignments in compliance with instructions, policies, or accepted practices of Defense Health Agency (DHA) and MDG requirements.
• Conduct required clinical and non-clinical administrative responsibilities and maintains patient care records IAW the latest DHA PM 6025.02 Volume 1.
• Advise unit commanders on matters related to injury prevention and rehabilitation. Identify opportunities for improvement to include developing protocols and standard operating procedures (SOP) for PT programs.
• Advise the site Government POC of administrative matters, purchasing of required supplies and equipment, and supplemental fiscal requests related to interventions and professional services provided.
• Ensure safe and effective operation of equipment is used for patient care and contributes to a safe working environment.
• Attend all unit and Military Treatment Facility (MTF) meetings as required or as requested by the Unit Commander or his/her designee.
• Prepare and submit data to a comprehensive Human Performance Measures of Effectiveness Report (HP-MER).
• Document Aircrew assessments, encounters, and contacts as directed by the OHWS Program Office within 72 hours of assessments, encounters, or contacts with Aircrew Members. The Contractor may further be required to provide associated information, data, and support to other Government entities (e.g. Air Force Research Lab).
• Provide Individual Training Plans after initial assessment, including individual fitness assessment results, feedback sessions, unique training plans, and any modifications as appropriate to achieve goals.
• Monitor access to care and employs electronic systems, software programs, and databases for patient care documentation and administrative responsibilities within 72 hours of assessments, encounters or contacts with Aircrew members.

Educaton:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited program.

REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must show recency within the last 2 years consistent with DHA- PM.
• 5+ years of experience as an Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist or Sports Physical Therapist.
• Demonstrated experience in collegiate (or higher), professional, or tactical athletics; aerospace industry, test pilot/astronaut or similar man-machine high-performance
  
  environment.

Certifications:

• ABPTS Board Certified or Sports Clinical certification OR
• Orthopedic or Sports Residency / Fellowship Trained OR
• Advanced competency in dry needling level 2 and Manual Therapy Certification OR
• Current (CPR) and (AED) trained.

Security Requirement:

• Secret preferred, but must be able to pass a background check to be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CaC)

BENEFITS

Solvere offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package. The Solvere benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and/or families. Solvere also includes basic life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for the employee. Employees may elect to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also accrue paid time off and holidays. Additional voluntary options include supplemental insurance plans.

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