Physical Therapist

Opportunity:

PT - Physical Therapist

Job Details:

• Provide full-time quality outpatient and inpatient physical therapy care
• Treat patients of all age ranges and diagnoses within Alaska's physical therapy scope of practice
• Incorporate evidence-based medicine into patient plans of care
• Modify patient care plans using age-specific and patient-specific considerations
• Hospital-based setting includes hi-lo table, whirlpool, therapeutic exercise equipment, ultrasound, and electric stimulation modalities
• Village-based setting typically provides a treatment table; therapists bring additional supplies such as therabands and exercise programs as needed
• Must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• No minimum clinical experience required; hospital-based experience is helpful
• Must hold an active Alaska Physical Therapist license in good standing, or have completed all appropriate FSBPT paperwork to work as a Student Physical Therapist post-graduation
• Current BLS certification required
• Must demonstrate ability to read, analyze, and interpret physical therapy periodicals and medical literature
• Ability to communicate effectively with medical staff, peers, administrative personnel, and patients from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Proficiency with personal computer including basic MS Office programs, email, and internet access required
• Free housing provided
• Travel to and from Bethel is the responsibility of the agency, with reimbursement available at base fare for flights at the start and end of assignment