Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $3,900 to $4,000 per week in Craig, AK

Physical Therapist
Location: Craig, AK
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $3,900 to $4,000 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/30/2026

About the Position

Physical Therapist (PT) – Adult Outpatient Rehabilitation – Day Shift – Craig, AK Relocation Candidates Welcome

We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for a 13-week contract in an adult outpatient rehabilitation setting in Craig, Alaska. The selected candidate will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, deliver physical therapy services, and help patients improve functional abilities and independence.

An active Alaska Physical Therapist license is mandatory at the time of submission. Candidates must also be prepared to arrange their own housing and transportation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy evaluations and treatments for patients with varied diagnoses and functional needs.

• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and modify them according to patient progress.

• Review clinical records, document evaluations and treatments, and maintain accurate patient records.

• Collaborate with physicians, referring providers, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.

• Provide patient and family education, including home exercise programs and strategies to improve independence.

• Supervise and direct Physical Therapist Assistants and other designated support staff, students, or interns.

• Recommend, arrange, and assist with fitting durable medical equipment as needed.

• Participate in care conferences, clinic operations, and departmental meetings.

• Maintain compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, confidentiality policies, and quality assurance procedures.

Requirements

Requirements

• Active Alaska Physical Therapist (PT) license at the time of submission .

• Master's or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, or the alternative qualification described in the facility's requirements.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Valid driver's license.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in adult outpatient rehabilitation.

• Ability to work with patients across a range of diagnoses and functional needs.

• Strong documentation, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

  Additional Details

  • Holiday coverage required: No

  • On-call pager: $1.75/hour

  • Call-back: Candidate’s taxable rate, 2-hour minimum

  • Overtime after 40 hours/week at the all-inclusive pay rate + $7

  • Holiday rate: All-inclusive pay rate + $7

  • Pager rate: $2/hour

  • No guarantee by day; 40 hours/week listed

  • SEARHC does not provide housing or transportation; the agency and candidate must coordinate these arrangements

  • Start date will be no sooner than 6 weeks after fingerprints are received by SEARHC in Juneau for processing

  Job Description

  The Physical Therapist will evaluate and treat adult outpatient rehabilitation patients with a variety of diagnoses and functional limitations. The role includes developing individualized treatment plans, establishing goals, implementing and modifying therapy interventions, reviewing clinical records, and documenting evaluations and treatment outcomes.

  The therapist will collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals, participate in care conferences, coordinate durable medical equipment, and educate patients and families on home exercise programs and self-care. Additional responsibilities include supervising Physical Therapist Assistants and support staff, maintaining clinical equipment and supplies, supporting clinic operations, and complying with SEARHC policies and American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) standards.

  Please share qualified candidates with updated resumes, an active Alaska PT license, BLS certification, driver’s license confirmation, availability, and current location.

  Thank you.