Physician-Pediatric Physiatrist (Physician )

We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week contract assignment in Juneau, Alaska.
This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist with hands-on pediatric experience who is comfortable evaluating and treating children with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, mobility, balance, and functional limitations.
Candidates must hold an active Alaska Physical Therapist license, have current BLS certification, and possess pediatric Physical Therapy experience. The requisition also calls for at least 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience.
Key Responsibilities Evaluate pediatric patients with developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and mobility-related conditions.
Provide therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance training, neuromuscular re-education, and functional mobility interventions.
Educate parents and caregivers regarding home exercise programs, positioning, mobility strategies, and developmental goals.
Recommend appropriate assistive devices, adaptive equipment, or mobility supports when needed.
Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, educators, and other members of the care team.
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge planning.
Follow patient-safety, infection-control, and rehabilitation standards.
Manage an assigned outpatient caseload efficiently while maintaining high-quality patient care.
Required Qualifications Candidates must have Active Alaska Physical Therapist license
Pediatric Physical Therapy experience
Minimum 1 year of outpatient rehabilitation experience
Strong pediatric assessment and treatment-planning skills
Entry-level Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
OR - Graduation from an APTA-approved Physical Therapy program at the bachelor’s or master’s level, along with sufficient professional experience and continuing education to meet applicable licensure requirements
Strong candidates should be comfortable treating children with needs related to:
Developmental delay
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Successful candidates should be comfortable with Pediatric Physical Therapy
Outpatient rehabilitation
Developmental assessment
Gait training
Balance training
Preferred Qualifications Strong candidates may also have Pediatric outpatient clinic experience
Early intervention experience
School-based pediatric therapy experience
Neurological rehabilitation experience
Orthopedic pediatric rehabilitation experience
Experience working with medically complex children
Previous travel or contract Physical Therapy experience
Flexible schedule
Five 8-hour shifts per week
Additional Requirements - Influenza vaccination is required unless an approved exemption is permitted under facility policy.
Ideal Candidate - The ideal candidate is an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist who can independently evaluate and treat children while working closely with families and other healthcare professionals.
You should have strong developmental assessment skills, excellent communication abilities, and a patient-centered approach to helping children improve mobility, function, and independence.
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Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, licensure, certifications, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position.

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