Special Operations Physical Therapist (Baumholder, Germany)

Special Operations Physical Therapist (Baumholder, Germany)

Posted 2 days ago – First 25 applicants

Special Operations Physical Therapist – Provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions. Licensed independent practitioner credentialed as direct care provider in specific military HP settings.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with or without referrals.
• Refer patients to other POTFF staff members as needed.
• Provide neuro‑musculoskeletal injury care, including ordering imaging, labs, pharmaceuticals, dry needling, acupuncture, joint injections, and referrals to specialty providers.
• Directly supervise the PT Tech, PT Assistant, and/or Certified Athletic Trainer within their scope of practice as directed by the HP Program Manager/Coordinator.
• Participate in periodic meetings with HP and POTFF to review patient care and identify improvement opportunities.
• Serve as an advisor on sports medicine, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and human performance research for the HP Program Manager/Coordinator.
• Serve as an advisor for administrative matters, purchasing supplies, equipment, and supplemental fiscal requests.
• Conduct equipment, product, and literature reviews to keep the HP program current.
• Provide input for developing and utilizing required databases.
• Conduct peer (record) reviews for HP staff as directed by governing credentialing bodies and local medical oversight processes.
• Assist in developing and updating criteria‑based job descriptions and performance standards.
• Assist in developing and maintaining clinical practice guidelines across HP Training Centers and associated facilities.
• Assist with short‑ and long‑term fiscal planning and submit input to the HP Program Manager/Coordinator.
• Attend and participate in meetings with other POTFF staff and medical providers as required.
• Ensure safe and effective operation of patient‑care equipment and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Participate in periodic in‑service training for HP or POTFF staff as appropriate.
• Attend required training and conferences for continuing education units to maintain certification.
• Maintain 100% compliance with local mandatory command training requirements.
• Document care in the Military’s Electronic Health Record (e.g., AHLTA, MHS GENESIS) and/or HP Enterprise‑wide database (e.g., Smartbase) as required by DODI and HP program directives.
• Collect and report all requested data to the HP Program Manager/Coordinator and USSOCOM HQ/its POTFF staff.
• Proficiently utilize computers, software, and technologies as required for the HP program.
• Perform other tasks within the scope of the PT position as assigned.

Required Education / Experience / Skills / Training

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Secret or Top Secret Clearance, or ability to obtain one.
• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) as OCS or SCS, or certification as an athletic trainer (ATC) through NATA.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist in one of the U.S. States, District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Maintain credentialing requirements in good standing at the local MTF.
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of SOF training, including hiking over rough terrain, functioning in austere environments, and observing SOF training evolutions.
• Ability to assist with strength and conditioning testing, lifting and manipulating loads up to 25 kg.
• Minimum of five (5) years of continuous and sustained experience in manual therapy for athletes, preferably at NCAA Division I, Olympic, professional, or SOF Operator settings.
• Fluent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification by the American Heart Association; must provide proof of training and documentation.

Desired Education, Experience, Skills or Training

• Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Prior military and/or SOF experience.
• Additional credentials such as Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through NSCA.

Standard Company Requirements

• Compliance with Safety, Health and Environmental plan, policies and procedures.
• Compliance with the Quality Assurance plan, policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance.
• Complete all required training.
• Perform other assignments and duties as required.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which may include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or a flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status, or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.