Research Physical Therapy Assistant

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HJF is seeking a Research Physical Therapy Assistant. The incumbent will work with the EACE ( Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence) team at Womack Army Medical Center in Ft. Bragg, NC to provide support for research projects focusing on musculoskeletal injury risk identification and treatment. The candidate will be required to deliver care aligned with standardized rehabilitation protocols and coordinate with healthcare clinics and providers to recruit potential research participants. The position requires practical knowledge of research methods and research experience.

The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative project oversight in order to maximize the effective use of project resources. Specific job duties include: overall research project coordination, study regulatory compliance, participant recruitment and retention, prospective and retrospective (e.g., electronic medical chart review) data collection, and carrying out rehabilitation interventions.

This is a pipeline position and does not represent an immediate hiring need.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Provide study-related interventions and routine standard of care treatments, when appropriate, and ensure appropriate practice as set by the American Physical Therapy Association.
• Assists with data collection in adherence to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Clinical Practices (GCP) baseline assessment measures.
• Assists with administrative logistics including consenting, data collection, and scheduling.
• Maintains study participant files and documents all correspondence pertinent to the research study.
• Communicates in a professional manner with the study team and attends team meetings.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required trainings for this role.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's Degree required. Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field (e.g. Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine) preferred.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience required. Preferred at least 1 year of relevant PTA work experience. Experience working in a military clinical setting and/or with military populations.
• Human subjects research experience. Experience conducting clinical research. Preferred experience with statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python).
• Preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate an active security clearance and current credentialing privileges at WAMC/FB.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of clinical research practices and principles.
• Advanced knowledge of musculoskeletal injury evaluation methods and techniques, professional medical rehabilitation, and therapeutic principles.
• Extensive clinical experience and training with integrating complex medical conditions and designing individualized treatment plans based on documented objective findings from the evaluation process.
• Ability to develop rapport with patients and clinic/hospital/research staff to develop confidence and cooperation. Well-developed clinical, analytical, and problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills.
• The ability to prioritize tasks to meet timelines and deadlines.
• Candidate must be fastidiously organized, very flexible, and able to work under limited supervision either as a member of a team or, where appropriate, independently.
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and people skills are required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background clearance.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current certification as required for membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) or the American College of Emergency Physicians.
• Ability to be licensed as a physical therapy assistant in North Carolina.

Physical Capabilities:

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to climb, pull, and lift heavy objects.
• Ability to hike over rough terrain and lift/manipulate loads up to 50 pounds are required.

Work Environment:

• This position will take place primarily in an office/lab setting, but also routinely involves field/clinical settings.

Compensation

• The hourly rate for this position is $27.72-$31.25 per hour. Actual hourly rate will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits:

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.