Respiratory Therapist - ESEP/MP

Indian Health Service • Chinle, AZ

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About The Position

This position is for a Physical Therapist within the Federal system, specifically targeting locations in Chinle, AZ; Kayenta, AZ; Pinon, AZ; Tsaile, AZ; Crownpoint, NM; Gallup, NM; and Shiprock, NM. The role requires a graduate or higher level degree in physical therapy from an accredited program and a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physical Therapist. The position is open for applications from February 10, 2025, to January 31, 2026, and is part of an Open Continuous Announcement, meaning applicants will be referred as vacancies occur. The job involves assessing patients, developing treatment plans, and providing quality care to meet patients' goals and needs.

Requirements

• Graduate or higher level degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active, full, and unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist.
• Passed the National Physical Therapy Examination administered by the FSBPT.
• For GS-11: Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-9 level.
• For GS-12: One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11 level.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in planning and carrying out complex treatment procedures.
• Advanced techniques in addressing specific physical therapy requirements.
• Experience in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a broad spectrum of neuro and musculoskeletal disorders.

Responsibilities

• Assess and interpret evaluation and test results to meet patient's goals and needs.
• Determine physical therapy treatment plans and administer treatments.
• Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs.
• Conduct in-service training with Physical Therapy staff.
• Serve as a clinical mentor for PT residency or fellowship students.
• Apply the latest research to client management to rehabilitate and enhance performance.
• Order or recommend diagnostic imaging such as x-rays, CTs, and MRIs.
• Refer patients to specialists as appropriate.
• Plan and carry out a full range of treatment for complex therapeutic objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees