Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist support of all permanently assigned or visiting active-duty Air Force Fighter Aircrew responsible for all administrative and clinical management within scope of practice for HPO services as an independent embedded healthcare provider.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Strong clinical skills in physical therapy evaluation and treatment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.