Physical Therapist

Coho Integrated Solutions are seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive physical therapy services supporting the 96th Medical Group at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The Physical Therapist will evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment programs, provide therapeutic interventions, document patient progress, coordinate care with physicians and healthcare personnel, and support patient rehabilitation and wellness.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)

Perform a full range of physical therapy services within the scope of clinical privileges granted by the Military Treatment Facility.

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized written treatment programs.
• Provide physical therapy services with inpatient care as the primary responsibility.
• Administer therapeutic and manual exercises to improve and maintain patient function.
• Provide manual therapy and soft tissue mobilization techniques.
• Administer traction when clinically appropriate.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients with therapeutic exercises and functional activities.

Train patients in the appropriate use of assistive and supportive devices, including crutches, canes, and prostheses.

• Support activities of daily living and functional mobility training.
• Document treatments, patient responses, and progress in patient records and approved electronic systems.
• Coordinate treatment and discharge recommendations with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in prevention, wellness, education, screening, and positive health behavior activities.
• Provide supervision to Physical Medicine Technicians and participate in peer-review activities.
• Maintain documentation, coding, and patient records in accordance with established MTF standards.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements

Citizenship:

U. S. citizenship is required for this contract position

Education and Licensure

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT)

Graduate of a Physical Therapy program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

Current, full, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in a U. S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.

BLS certification as required by the contract.

Required Experience

At least 24 months of experience working as a Physical Therapist in an inpatient setting within the last 36 months

At least 12 months of orthopedic outpatient experience within the last five years

Required Skill and Competencies

• Strong clinical knowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatment practices
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, mobility training, and rehabilitation techniques
• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans based on patient evaluation
• Strong clinical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Knowledge of patient privacy, HIPAA, clinical practice guidelines, and applicable MTF standards
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely medical records

Work Schedule & On-Call Requirements

Duty hours are scheduled according to department requirements. Standard services are generally provided between 0600 and 1800, Monday through Friday, with a 40-hour workweek. Staggered schedules may be established to support mission requirements

Physical Requirements

The employee must be capable of meeting the physical requirements associated with providing physical therapy services and patient care

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays

Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

Disclaimer

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.