Tactical Physical Therapist

Reports to: Clinical Operations Manager

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years as a Physical Therapist


• Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy


• Preferred Credential: Bachelor’s in Athletic Training


• Certifications/Licenses: Licensed in Oklahoma or ability to apply for licensure in Kentucky


• Preferred Experience: Working with tactical athletes or professional/collegiate athletics

Key Responsibilities

• Provide onsite care for work-related and private insurance injuries, including prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation


• Develop and implement rehabilitation and injury prevention programs


• Conduct functional duty assessments to determine return-to-duty readiness


• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and refer patients to physicians as needed


• Document patient care using electronic medical records


• Ensure equipment maintenance and compliance with safety protocols


• Provide health and ergonomic education


• Track and report injury data to the Chief Operating Officer


• Perform administrative duties as assigned


• Be an advocate for our company to external stakeholders

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong manual therapy and assessment skills


• Ability to make independent, critical decisions per state licensure guidelines


• Proficient in designing home exercise programs and recommending assistive equipment


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, especially in high-stress situations


• Positive attitude toward law enforcement and fire service personnel


• Familiarity with public safety job requirements and training


• Ability to maintain confidentiality, ensure safety, and comply with regulations


• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask with minimal supervision


• Commitment to professional development through courses, mentoring, and networking

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Medium-demand work with occasional lifting/carrying over 35 lbs


• Requires sitting, standing, walking, running, twisting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting


• Requires visual acuity, speech, hearing, and hand-eye coordination

Travel

• Occasionally, travel between Oklahoma City public safety locations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Patient Load

• Varies based on volume and contractual obligations