Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Overview Physical Therapist – General in Kodiak, Alaska. Travel assignment starting 10/19/2026 with a 70-hour per-2-weeks guaranteed schedule and a 5x8 day shift. Weekly pay range: $2,630–$2,851. Setting includes a hospital-based, multi-unit environment providing outpatient, acute care, and SNF therapy. This opportunity requires a compact Alaska PT license in hand at submission and supports first-time travelers with housing and transportation options. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $2,630–$2,851 per week Guaranteed hours: 70 hours per 2 weeks (may be offset by one 10-hour shift per 2 weeks) Start date: 10/19/2026 Shift: 5x8 Days Travel assignment in a hospital-based setting with outpatient, acute care, and SNF services Housing provided (typical 1-bedroom apartment) and a rental vehicle Responsibilities Deliver physical therapy evaluations and ongoing treatment plans for adults and geriatric patients across outpatient, acute care, and SNF settings; adjust plans based on progress and discharge goals Perform gait training, transfers (including Hoyer lift), mobility coaching, ADL training, and functional strengthening Provide wound care and lymphedema management; participate in pelvic floor therapy and pediatrics when appropriate Administer and monitor therapeutic modalities (e-stim, ultrasound, TENS, iontophoresis) and document care in the designated electronic charting system (Epic) Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support patient goals and ensure safe, efficient transitions across settings Float within scope to cover Outpatient, Acute Care, and SNF needs; follow pre-start/orientation modules; comply with facility policies and documentation standards Requirements Active Alaska Physical Therapy license (compact license acceptable) in hand at submission BLS certification Minimum 1 year of clinical physical therapy experience Willingness to float among outpatient, acute care, and SNF settings Local radius rule: permanent residence must be at least 50 miles from the work site Two references documenting at least 1 year of professional experience within the last 3 years Benefits and Support Housing assistance: typically 1-bedroom apartment; includes a rental vehicle Travel support: dedicated recruiter and travel coordination; orientation modules prior to start Scheduling: 70 hours per 2 weeks guaranteed No on-call requirement; weekends not mandated Parking provided; normal scrubs policy (color optional) and Epic charting required COVID-19 vaccine not required; flu vaccine status not specified Compliance and background: references required; certain background restrictions may apply; local market guidelines observed Ongoing support throughout the assignment PAY DISCLAIMER RULE Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr