Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital - $2,606 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Kodiak Island, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a Critical Access Hospital, requiring 1+ year of experience and BLS certification.

Details

• Critical Access Hospital setting treating patients of all ages and diagnoses
• Therapy department covers outpatient, inpatient, SNF, wound care, lymphedema, pelvic floor, and pediatric specialties
• 46 acute care beds and 22 long-term care beds
• Level IV Trauma facility
• Day shift schedule, 5x8 hours, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• No weekend or on-call requirements
• Must be willing to float within scope to cover Outpatient, Acute Care, and SNF areas
• Uses Epic for charting

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of recent Physical Therapy experience required
• BLS certification required
• Active state license required; license required if applicable
• Epic charting experience required
• Pediatric and adolescent experience preferred but not required
• Compact license must be in hand at time of submission

Additional Information

• Main responsibilities include evaluation and treatment across acute care, outpatient, and SNF settings
• May be required to float between sister facilities as needed
• Scrub color is flexible; business casual also accepted
• Free parking provided on-site
• Facility provides housing and a rental vehicle during the assignment
• Housing accommodates only the traveler; pets are not allowed
• Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests should be submitted upfront during the application process
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Local candidates not accepted; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius
• Two supervisory references required, covering at least 1 year of experience within the last 3 years in a comparable setting

American Traveler Job ID #P-753661. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.