Physical Therapist Outpatient

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist (PT) in the outpatient therapy/rehabilitation setting provides specialized care to neuro/ortho and medically complex patients. The PT is responsible for delivering therapeutic interventions, patient assessments, and treatment planning to improve patient mobility and function. This role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care in a fast-paced acute hospital outpatient environment. Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to neuro/ortho and medically complex patients.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care.
• Document patient care accurately using electronic medical records (Epic).
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and standards of care.
• Participate in patient education and discharge planning.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Current Alaska Physical Therapist license.
• BLS certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant physical therapy experience preferred but first timers accepted.
• Strong clinical skills in neuro/ortho and medically complex patient care.
• Ability to document and chart using Epic or similar electronic medical record systems.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working in an acute hospital outpatient setting.
• Familiarity with Magnet facility standards and Level II Trauma care.
• Ability to float within scope to meet facility needs (if applicable).

Special Considerations:

• No on-call requirements.
• Weekend work required, including some Saturdays.
• Time off requests are approved on an individual basis and must be included in submittal.
• Candidate's permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility.

Scheduling:

• Work schedule options: 4 days a week, 10-hour shifts or 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts.
• Day shifts only; no weekend shifts except some Saturdays.
• Block scheduling accommodations are not available.