Physical Therapist - Kirkland AFB, NM

Job description

Kirtland AFB NM 87117 Fed Kirtland AFB

nFull time

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nDelivers one-on-one, evidence-based care to military personnel, including evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services within Magellan Federal programs. Provides therapeutic interventions, education, injury prevention support, and collaboration on readiness initiatives while ensuring compliance with clinical standards and documentation requirements. Supports duty limitation recommendations and provides non-identifiable injury trend insights to leadership.

nnnEvaluation and Treatment: Assesses and diagnoses musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions, then develops individualized rehabilitation plans to restore function and readiness. Provides evidence-based treatments such as therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, and functional training. (30%)

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nnInjury Prevention and Performance Optimization: Designs and delivers programs focused on injury prevention, strength, mobility, and overall physical readiness for mission demands. Integrates physical therapy within the broader Human Performance framework. (30%)

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nnDocumentation and Compliance: Maintains accurate medical records and ensures compliance with military regulations, clinical standards, and privacy requirements. (20%)

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nnEducation and Consultation: Educates Service Members and leadership on injury management, recovery strategies, and physical health practices. (10%)

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nnInterdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborates with physicians, strength and conditioning specialists, and other healthcare providers to support holistic care and mission readiness. (10%)

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n nThe job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description.

nOther Job Requirements

nResponsibilities

nDoctor of Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.

nPossesses a current, active, unrestricted license to practice Physical Therapy in a U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia.

n2+ years of post-licensure experience as a Physical Therapist in a high-performance environment.

nMeets and maintains all applicable Military Treatment Facility (MTF) credentialing and privileging requirements.

nDemonstrates the ability to work in dynamic environments, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and support mission-focused care.

nDemonstrates experience in designing and implementing physical therapy programs and treatment plans for individuals and groups.

nWillingness to travel.

nProficiently utilizes computers, software, and technology to document work performed, utilization, and other information requirements.

nGeneral Job Information

nTitle

nPhysical Therapist - Kirkland AFB, NM

nGrade

n27

nWork Experience - Required

nPhysical Therapy

nWork Experience - Preferred

nEducation - Required

nDoctorate - Physical Therapy

nEducation - Preferred

nLicense and Certifications - Required

nAED - Automated External Defibrillator Certification - Care Mgmt, BLS - Basic Life Support - Care Mgmt, CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification - Care Mgmt, PT - Physical Therapist, State Licensure - Care Mgmt

nLicense and Certifications - Preferred

nSalary Range

nSalary Minimum:

n$77,785

nSalary Maximum:

n$124,455

nThis information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

nThis position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

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