Travel Physical Therapist Job
Physical Therapist – Pediatric-focused role in a hospital-based rehabilitation setting in Juneau, Alaska, United States. This travel assignment begins 07/27/2026 for 13 weeks, with a weekly pay range of $3,088–$3,292 and guaranteed 40 hours per week. Shifts are variable, typically including Monday–Friday daytime hours and Saturday sessions. The setting involves inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services within a hospital department.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $3,088 – $3,292 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Shifts vary; M-F 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. & Saturday 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m
- Start date: 07/27/2026
- Work setting: hospital-based rehabilitation department serving inpatient and outpatient populations
- Pediatric PT experience required
Responsibilities
- Provide general physical therapy evaluations and treatments to patients across a wide age range, with emphasis on improving functional abilities.
- Assess, evaluate, diagnose, and develop a plan of care with goals; implement, supervise, and modify therapy plans based on patient response.
- Oversee and direct the work of Physical Therapy Assistants and other designated staff; collaborate with the health care team to ensure appropriate equipment and discharge planning.
- Document encounter findings, treatment plans, diagnoses, and prognoses in accordance with policy; communicate progress with referring providers and care conferences.
- Educate patients and families, including clear home exercise programs and instructions to promote independence and self-care.
- Maintain clinical space, participate in quality improvement activities, and contribute to committee or administrative functions as assigned.
Requirements
- Active Alaska Physical Therapist license at time of submission
- Pediatric PT experience required
- Minimum 1 year of experience in adult outpatient rehab
- Education: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program; or equivalent per program guidelines
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Valid driver’s license
- Flu vaccination required
- Ability to work in both inpatient and outpatient hospital settings
- Must meet background processing timelines for start date
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing process
- Nationwide assignment opportunities
- Extension opportunities
- Comprehensive assignment-related assistance and compliance support
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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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