Physical Therapist - Kirtland AFB, NM
Listed compensation
$78k-$124k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.
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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.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
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.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and possess a current, unrestricted U.S. state license. A minimum of two years of post-licensure experience in a high-performance environment is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 47 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$101k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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