Travel Physical Therapist General Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist – General in Kodiak, Alaska, United States. Travel assignment starting 10/05/2026 for Weeks with a weekly pay range of $2,548 to $2,661 and guaranteed hours of 70 per two weeks. Shift is Day shift, 5x8. Setting: Critical Access Hospital providing Acute Care, Long Term Care, and Outpatient services with Level IV trauma.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: 2,548 to 2,661 USD per week
- Guaranteed hours: 70 hours per 2 weeks (may be reduced by one 10-hour shift every 2 weeks)
- Start date: 10/05/2026
- Shift: Day shift, 5x8
- Facility/work setting: Critical Access Hospital; Outpatient, Acute Care, and SNF coverage; Level IV trauma
- Housing and travel support: Facility provides housing and a rental vehicle; move-in window details apply

Responsibilities
- Conduct PT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients across Outpatient, Acute Care, and SNF settings
- Deliver evidence-based therapy, including wound care, lymphedema, pelvic floor, and pediatric services as per unit needs
- Perform daily therapy with a census typically 6–8 patients; document progress in Epic and communicate with the interdisciplinary team
- Collaborate on discharge planning and patient/family education; participate in care planning across services
- Float across Outpatient, Acute Care, and SNF within scope to cover schedules; no on-call and no weekend requirement
- Adhere to facility policies, including holiday coverage (3 of 5 listed holidays)

Requirements
- Alaska PT license; compact license must be in hand at submission; active license required
- BLS certification
- Minimum 1 year of physical therapy experience; first-time travelers accepted
- Epic charting experience
- Ability to work across Outpatient, Acute Care, and SNF; all ages (primarily adults/geriatrics); strong collaboration and communication
- References: 2 references covering 1 year within the last 3 years
- RTO/scheduling requests must be made up-front; local address restrictions apply (permanent address at least 50 miles from facility)

Benefits and Support
- Housing provided: 1-bedroom apartment with a rental vehicle; move-in no earlier than 72 hours before contract start; housing must be vacated within 24 hours after contract end; pets not allowed; traveler responsible for cleaning
- Pre-start and orientation modules required (non-billable)
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Extension opportunities and ongoing assignment support
- Housing and travel coordination included as part of the assignment

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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.

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