Physical Therapist

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist manages a hospital-based inpatient and outpatient physical therapy clinic, providing skilled physical therapy evaluations and treatment plans. The role supports medical staff, participates in interdisciplinary teams, promotes professional development, and ensures compliance with corporate, state, and federal guidelines. The Physical Therapist also coordinates an orthopedic specialty field clinic and collaborates on administrative processes to optimize department performance and financial viability. Responsibilities:

• Manage inpatient and outpatient physical therapy services within a hospital setting.
• Perform skilled physical therapy evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Support medical staff and participate in interdisciplinary team functions.
• Promote a team atmosphere and professional development of department staff.
• Optimize department revenue streams and manage expenses.
• Balance reporting, audits, and tracking measures with clinical demands.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate, state, and federal physical therapy practice guidelines.
• Coordinate an orthopedic specialty field clinic, including referral screening and prioritization.
• Collaborate with corporate teams to build and improve administrative processes.
• Support the mission and corporate pillars of the organization.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Minimum of four years active, full-time patient care experience as a Physical Therapist.
• Current license in good standing as a Physical Therapist in the state of Alaska.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with office equipment and software such as MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Previous managerial or supervisory experience.
• Experience coordinating specialty clinics or field-based physical therapy services.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of different cultures and non-English speakers.

Special Considerations:

• Work environment includes hospital-based physical therapy settings and village-based clinics with travel via small, non-pressurized planes.
• Use of specialized physical therapy equipment such as hi-lo tables, therapeutic exercise tools, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation modalities.
• Commitment to the organization's corporate pillars, including patient-centered excellence and Alaska Native workforce development.

Scheduling:

• Work schedule typically follows hospital-based clinic hours; specific shifts and assignments may vary based on patient care needs and clinic demands.