Physical Therapist

Clinical Evaluation & Treatment

• Conduct comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluations, including injury assessments, movement screenings, and functional performance testing.
• Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence‑based therapeutic interventions to restore function, reduce pain, and optimize physical readiness.
  Provide manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re‑education, and other modalities appropriate for tactical athletes.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure efficient return‑to‑duty outcomes.

Human Performance Optimization (HPO) Integration

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary HPO staff (Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Athletic Trainers, Dietitians, Psychologists, etc.) to deliver integrated, holistic performance care.
• Participate in developing and refining injury prevention strategies, performance enhancement protocols, and unit‑specific readiness programs.
• Support the creation of periodized training plans by providing biomechanical, rehabilitation, and recovery expertise.

Injury Prevention & Risk Reduction

• Conduct movement analyses to identify biomechanical inefficiencies and injury risk factors in high‑demand operational tasks.
• Implement targeted injury‑prevention programs, including mobility training, corrective exercise, and durability protocols.
• Provide education on proper lifting mechanics, load management, warm‑up routines, and recovery strategies.

Rehabilitation & Return‑to‑Duty Management

• Design progressive rehabilitation programs tailored to the unique physical demands of Special Tactics personnel.
• Coordinate care with medical providers, unit leadership, and HPO teammates to ensure safe and timely return‑to‑duty.
• Track rehabilitation outcomes and readiness metrics to support data‑driven decision‑making.