Physical Therapist

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Government Solutions seeks a experienced Physical Therapist to support the OHWS program at Eielson AFB, AK. The role focuses on flight-related MSK care, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization for aircrew operating in high-G conditions.

The incumbent will perform MSK evaluations, develop individualized plans, educate on ergonomics, and ensure compliance with DHA/DoD protocols while maintaining readiness and mission effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Minimum 5 years of PT experience in high-performance/military environments.
• CPR and AED certification required (AHA or ARC).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct MSK evaluations and interventions.
• Design, implement and monitor injury prevention and rehab programs.
• Order imaging, labs, and consultations as needed.
• Document care in approved electronic systems.
• Educate aircrew and leadership on injury prevention and recovery.
• Comply with DHA/DoD/MTF protocols.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Injury prevention

Rehabilitation

MSK interventions

Documentation

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (CAPTE)

Job description

Education LevelDoctoral Degree## DescriptionCompass Government Solutions is seeking an experienced **Physical Therapist** to provide services to **Optimize the Human Weapon System (OHWS)** program at **Eielson AFB, AK**.As a key member of the Optimizing the Human Weapon System (OHWS) program, the **Physical Therapist** plays a critical role in sustaining the health, readiness, and performance of U.S. Air Force fighter aircrew. Embedded within operational squadrons, the PT addresses flight-related musculoskeletal injuries—particularly neck and back pain caused by high-G environments—and develops individualized injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization plans. By providing direct care, ergonomic education, and recovery strategies, the PT helps mitigate mission-impacting injuries, reduces downtime, and enhances aircrew longevity. This role is essential to ensuring that pilots remain physically capable of meeting the intense demands of aerial combat and mission execution.Job duties include but are not limited to:* Conduct MSK Evaluations and Interventions.* Design, Implement, and monitor individualized injury prevention and rehabilitation programs.* Order Imaging, Labs, and Specialist consultations as needed.* Documentation of work performed in approved electronic record systems.* Educate Aircrew and leadership on injury prevention, ergonomics, and recovery strategies.* Comply with all DHA, DoD, and MTF protocols.* Other related duties as assigned.## Qualifications* Doctor of Physical Therapy from a **CAPTE-accredited program*** Minimum **5 years of experience** as a Physical Therapist in **Collegiate, Professional, Olympic, Tactical (military), Aerospace industry, or similar high-performance environment** (with experience within the last 2 years)* Current **CPR and AED certification** from the **American Heart Association (AHA)** or **American Red Cross (ARC)*** Must be **legally authorized to work in the United States** without employer sponsorship, now or in the future* Ability to **obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance** (T3 background investigation) – Clearance process details Please visit the following link for more information: .* At least **one**of the following advanced certifications/training: + **ABPTS Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)** OR **Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS)** certification + **Orthopedic**OR **Sports residency/fellowship training** + **Advanced Dry Needling Certification (Level 2)** AND **Orthopedic Manual Therapy (OMT) certification**