Physical Therapist - Kirtland AFB, NM

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Delivers 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.
Evaluation 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%)

Injury 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%)

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

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

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

The 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.

Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities

Doctor of Physical Therapy from an accredited institution.

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

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

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

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

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

Willingness to travel.

Proficiently utilizes computers, software, and technology to document work performed, utilization, and other information requirements.
General Job Information

Title

Physical Therapist - Kirtland AFB, NM
Grade

27
Work Experience - Required

Physical Therapy
Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required

Doctorate - Physical Therapy
Education - Preferred

License and Certifications - Required

AED - 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
License and Certifications - Preferred

Salary Range

Salary Minimum:

$77,785
Salary Maximum:

$124,455
This 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.

This 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.