Lead Physical Therapist - Elevate Community Health

Indian Health Service; Cuba (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver compassionate, culturally grounded care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role focuses on addressing social and emotional determinants of health, strengthening wellness and community well-being, with opportunities for professional growth within a federal system.

The position requires leadership of the PT department, licensure, and a federal background check, with potential on‑call duties and rotating shifts as

Qualifications

• Education: A physical therapy curriculum approved by CAAHEP or equivalent with clinical requirements.
• Licensure: Current, active, full PT license and successful National Physical Therapy Examination.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the Physical Therapy department, including strategic planning, policy formulation, and budget management.
• Promote training needs of all direct‑care staff to ensure ongoing development and competency.
• Provide quality physical therapy evaluation and treatment to inpatients and outpatients of all ages with a wide variety of diagnostic conditions.
• Provide expert professional consultation to department personnel and medical staff within the assigned Service Unit.
• Plan and carry out a full range of physical therapy treatments.

Education

CAAHEP‑accredited PT program (education)

Ph.D./doctorate as required for GS‑11

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver compassionate, culturally grounded care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role focuses on addressing social and emotional determinants of health, strengthening wellness and community well-being, with opportunities for professional growth within a federal system.

The position requires leadership of the PT department, licensure, and a federal background check, with potential on‑call duties and rotating shifts as