Physical Therapist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team. This position involves providing care in various settings, including outpatient, acute care, and skilled nursing facility (SNF) environments. The ideal candidate will have experience working with patients across all age groups and diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive physical therapy services to patients in outpatient, inpatient, and SNF settings.
• Focus on specialized areas including wound care, lymphedema, pelvic floor therapy, and pediatrics.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Document patient care and progress using Epic software.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and procedures while meeting patient needs.

Contract Details

• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Shift: Choose between 5×8 or 4×10 days
• Contract Length: Option for 13 or 26 weeks
• Weekend work is not required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in physical therapy.
• Required certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and an active license in Alaska.
• Open to first-time travelers.
• Preferred experience in pediatrics or adolescent care.

Working Conditions

• No on-call requirements.
• Potential to float between outpatient and acute care settings to meet facility needs.
• Guaranteed hours: 70 hours per 2 weeks, with the possibility of a call-off for one 10-hour shift during each period.

Housing Information

• Housing provided during assignment, typically consisting of 1-bedroom apartments.
• Move-in is available no earlier than 72 hours prior to the contract start and no longer than 24 hours after the contract ends.
• Pets are not allowed, and additional family members need prior approval.
• Units must be cleaned upon departure to avoid extra cleaning fees.

Facility Overview

• Type: Acute care medical center and long-term care facility.
• Level IV Trauma and Critical Access Hospital, serving patients of all ages and diagnosis.
• A total of 46 staffed beds in acute care and 22 in long-term care.
• Scrub color is business casual or any type.
• Free parking available for all staff.