Research Physical Therapist

The Geneva Foundation; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision healthcare

403b retirement plan with generous employer match

Up to 4 weeks of paid time off

Job summary

The Geneva Foundation in Eglin Air Force Base seeks a Research Physical Therapist responsible for clinical support and data collection for research studies. This position requires a Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy and a current license, with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

The role involves administering treatment programs, documenting patient data, and conducting analysis for research. A competitive salary of $85,000 - $105,000 is offered, along with an extensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy degree required from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current Physical Therapist license required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in physical therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatment programs and develop treatment plans.
• Record relevant data in patients’ medical records.
• Conduct data acquisition and analysis for research purposes.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Orthopedic experience

Data analysis

Patient assessment

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Matlab

Job description

About the Position

The Research Physical Therapist is responsible for clinical support and data collection for all study subjects’ appointments, including coordination of research subjects, tasks, and data collection.

About the Project

This project aims to create a tool to improve decision‑making on optimal return‑to‑Duty (RTD) timing for service members following musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries. Key objectives include identifying treatment factors linked to successful RTD, assessing the prevalence of known risk factors across services, and tracking injury recurrence within six months post‑RTD. The project also seeks to build adaptable prediction models that continuously integrate new data for improved RTD forecasting and to explore associations between RTD and long‑term outcomes.

Salary

Salary: $85,000 - $105,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Physical Therapy degree required from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current Physical Therapist license and maintenance of this license throughout the term of the contract
• 3‑5 years’ experience in physical therapy preferred, with some experience in orthopedics
• 3‑5 years non‑profit, research, or healthcare experience desired
• Knowledge of Institutional Review Board practice and human subject regulations
• Familiarity with the function of instrument motion analysis required
• Demonstrated competence in oral and written communication
• Organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly and professional demeanor
• Flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate diplomatically and professionally
• Computer skills including intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn and troubleshoot computer‑related issues
• Knowledge of Matlab, Cortex or Nexus and/or Visual 3D is highly desirable
• Knowledge of clinical or general research techniques required
• Basic statistics knowledge a plus
• Experience with amputee care a plus
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to pass a government background investigation
• Must possess current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification and maintain it during the term of the contract

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatment programs, including planning, coordination, control, direction and evaluation of physical therapy activities for the research study
• Plan and develop physical therapy treatments, procedures, and programs
• Observe patients’ responses to treatment and modify the program to accelerate recovery
• Make recommendations on staffing, physical plant design, and distribution of physical therapy equipment
• Record all pertinent data in the patient’s medical records
• Determine and implement policies and procedures pertaining to the physical therapy program and activities
• Determine requirements for physical therapy services including personnel, equipment, supplies, and continuing education
• Establish professional care standards and appraise performance levels of subordinates as needed
• Develop and implement teaching programs and research activities related to physical therapy
• Conduct data acquisition, biomechanical data reduction and analysis
• Prepare and submit progress reports and data deliverables
• Author and/or co‑author publishable documents
• Evaluate patients and determine the type and frequency of physical therapy treatment necessary to assist in the habitation or rehabilitation of study subjects
• Evaluate and implement treatment regimens and create clinical databases that enhance clinical outcomes for military amputees
• Provide clinical support for subjects while being tested on perturbation protocols in the CAREN virtual reality environment and on the Active‑Step treadmill
• Make recommendations regarding the use or adjustment of braces, prostheses, and other related appliances used to support and assist the mobility of the study subjects
• Adhere to OSHA, GCP and infection control procedures when applicable
• Participate in the hiring, training and supervision of other research personnel as applicable
• Maintain a collaborative research environment among the Principal Investigator (PI), other site personnel, research participants, Geneva Foundation and the funding organization
• Oversee subject recruitment and enrollment as needed
• Conduct research subject visits as directed
• Collect data and complete the data entry process
• Prepare interim and final progress reports
• Document all correspondence and communication pertinent to the research
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of all research records
• Perform duties necessary to comply with and implement the research study protocol
• Provide support to the PI and research team by gathering, collecting and analyzing data, preparing publications and presenting results via papers and national meetings
• Maintain and update files of all applicable regulatory documentation for IACUC or IRB, including protocols, approvals, amendments, modifications, and communications with sponsors or federal or regulatory offices

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes financial rewards that are a significant part of the employee's total rewards compensation package.

Geneva's highly competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision healthcare, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings account with employer contribution, coverage for employees and family members including domestic partners, short‑and long‑term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Life & ADD insurance, 403b retirement plan with generous employer match, flexible leave options, 11 paid holidays per year, and up to 4 weeks of paid time off in a rolling year.

Employees may qualify for PSLF as Geneva is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Full‑time positions come with all benefits. Part‑time and intermittent positions may vary.