Physical Therapist I - Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic

Join the HJF Team!

HJF is seeking a Physical Therapist I to provide professional skills coordinating and assisting with a study evaluating the efficacy of a novel, patient-centered treatment against standard physical therapy.

This position will be in support of the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center at Brooke Army Medical Center, located on JBSA-Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, TX.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Responsible for executing aspects of a research study including providing physical therapy, collecting patient data, storing data, and transferring to appropriate databases.
• Participate in training to perform the standard physical therapy intervention.
• Assist with recruitment, conduct patient treatment, and schedule follow-up evaluations for patients enrolled in the study.
• Maintains regulatory compliance.
• Allows research team to check treatment to ensure study fidelity.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Degree with a minimum of 0-2 years of experience OR
• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or a related field with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of physical therapy materials and equipment and their economic and beneficial use.
• Knowledge of human subjects research and related regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles regarding Mild Traumatic Brain Injury.
• Prior experience working in military and government settings a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Licenses and Certifications

• Active Physical Therapist License.
• Registration as a Physical Therapist with the American Physical Therapy Association (preferred).

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a clinic and/or hospital setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $73,800-$89,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.