Travel Physical Therapist (PT) – Outpatient Contract in Anchorage, Alaska

Explore an exciting travel physical therapy job in Anchorage, Alaska, while providing skilled outpatient rehabilitation to adult and geriatric patients. This on-site opportunity supports individuals with neurologic, orthopedic, postoperative, and medically complex conditions. Anchorage offers a welcoming community with exceptional access to scenic trails, mountains, wildlife, and year-round outdoor adventures.

Travel Physical Therapist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,170-$2,330
• Assignment Length: 15 weeks
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• End Date: February 22, 2027
• Location: Anchorage, Alaska
• Healthcare Setting: Outpatient physical therapy within an acute-care hospital environment
• Schedule: Day shift, 4 shifts per week; 10-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule Flexibility: A 5×8-hour day schedule may also be considered; no regular weekend schedule, although some Saturday coverage may be required
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Typical Volume: Approximately 10 visits per day
• Documentation System: Epic
• Orientation: 40 hours
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted

Outpatient Physical Therapist Job Requirements

• Current Alaska Physical Therapist license; compact license must be in hand when applicable
• Current BLS certification
• At least 1 year of physical therapy experience
• Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred
• Experience with electronic documentation; Epic experience required
• Knowledge of evidence-based rehabilitation for neurologic, orthopedic, postoperative, and medically complex conditions
• Strong patient assessment, clinical reasoning, communication, and patient education skills
• Ability to provide safe, effective care in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment
• Two professional references covering at least 1 year of work experience within the last 3 years

Travel Physical Therapist Responsibilities

• Evaluate adult and geriatric patients and develop individualized physical therapy plans of care
• Provide outpatient rehabilitation treatment for neurologic, orthopedic, postoperative, and medically complex conditions
• Deliver physical therapy services for diagnoses such as cervical and low back pain, spinal conditions, joint replacements, postoperative injuries, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury
• Implement therapeutic exercise, functional mobility training, body mechanics instruction, and home exercise programs
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, progress, safety, and independent management strategies
• Document evaluations, daily treatments, reassessments, and discharge planning accurately in Epic
• Collaborate with the broader interdisciplinary care team to support coordinated patient outcomes
• Adapt treatment approaches to each patient’s functional goals, clinical presentation, and tolerance

Location Highlights: Anchorage, Alaska

• Enjoy Anchorage’s distinctive blend of urban convenience and Alaska’s breathtaking natural environment
• Explore nearby hiking trails, wildlife areas, mountain views, and year-round outdoor recreation
• Experience a vibrant community with opportunities for cultural discovery, local dining, and seasonal adventures

Apply now for this outpatient physical therapist travel contract in Anchorage, Alaska, and take your next step in your physical therapy career.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.