Travel Physical Therapist - $3,215 per week

Thrive Staffing; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for assignments in Bethel, Alaska. The role covers inpatient and outpatient PT care with a focus on patient-centered services, collaboration with medical staff, and department leadership.

The position requires Alaska PT licensure and BLS, and includes coordinating orthopedic referrals and clinic operations. Travel duties are within a hospital setting, with a 13-week duration and 40 hours per week on day shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physical Therapy.
• Four (4) years of active, full-time patient care experience; previous managerial experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid license in good standing as a Physical Therapist in Alaska and hold current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Manages a hospital-based inpatient and outpatient physical therapy clinic.
• Provides skilled physical therapy evaluations and establishes treatment plans.
• Manages department revenue streams and expenses to ensure financial health.
• Coordinates an orthopedic specialty field clinic, managing referral screenings and prioritizing patient care.
• Collaborates with administrative teams to enhance operational processes.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Bethel, Alaska.

• Specialty: Physical Therapist


• Discipline: Therapy


• Start Date: ASAP


• Duration: 13 weeks


• 40 hours per week


• Shift: 8 hours, days


• Employment Type: Travel

Physical Therapist

Position Summary

Manages a hospital-based inpatient and outpatient physical therapy clinic. Demonstrates a commitment to excellence in patient-centered care, employee engagement, workforce development, community satisfaction, and financial viability. Supports medical staff and participates in interdisciplinary team functions, promoting a collaborative environment and the professional development of all department staff. Provides patient care as needed, including skilled physical therapy evaluations and establishing treatment plans. Manages department revenue streams and expenses effectively to ensure financial health. Balances reporting and compliance requirements with clinic responsibilities. Coordinates an orthopedic specialty field clinic, managing referral screenings and prioritizing patient care. Collaborates with administrative teams to enhance operational processes.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.


• Minimum Experience: Four (4) years of active, full-time patient care experience; previous managerial experience preferred.


• License, Certification, Registration: Must possess a valid license in good standing as a Physical Therapist in Alaska and hold current BLS certification.

Equipment/Tools

Office equipment (i.e., computer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine). Standard physical therapy department environment, including treatment tables, therapeutic exercise equipment, ultrasound, and electric stimulation modalities. In village-based settings, treatment tables and necessary equipment such as theraband and ultrasound are utilized, with travel conducted in small, non-pressurized planes.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, detailed correspondence, and documentation. Proficient in writing professional correspondence and effectively presenting information to diverse audiences.


• Mathematical Skills: Competence in mathematical operations and the ability to interpret data and graphs.


• Computer Skills: Proficient in creating, editing, and publishing correspondence, as well as using MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks and MS PowerPoint for presentations.


• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense and detailed instruction comprehension in administrative and patient care contexts.

Shift Information

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday coverage is not required.

Certifications / Requirements

• Current BLS/BCLS certification.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19324661. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Rehab:PT,08:00:00-16:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.