Travel Physical Therapist Outpatient Job

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $3,569–$3,596 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 40 per week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 4x10 rotating
• Start date: 08/31/2026
• Setting: hospital outpatient environment

Responsibilities

• Provide general physical therapy evaluations and treatments across a broad age range with diverse diagnoses.
• Develop, implement, and adjust therapy plans of care with goals; supervise and direct the work of Physical Therapist Assistants and other designated staff as assigned.
• Collaborate with referring providers and health team to review patient status, coordinate medical equipment, and establish care plans prior to discharge.
• Document encounters, diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognoses in accordance with hospital policies; ensure timely and compliant communication.
• Create and teach home exercise programs; provide clear instructions to patients and families to support self-care and independence; obtain feedback and return demonstrations.
• Participate in care conferences, rounds, and department activities; assist with equipment fit, DME coordination, and administrative duties as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory and practice standards (APTA) and uphold patient confidentiality and quality assurance practices.

Requirements

• Active Alaska Physical Therapist license at time of submission
• Education: Entry-level qualifying master’s or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program OR graduate from an APTA-approved program at the master’s or bachelor’s level with 2 years of proven work and continuing education experience
• Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Flu vaccination required
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in adult outpatient rehab
• Ability to work in a hospital outpatient setting

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours (40 per week)
• Travel assignment with dedicated support during the engagement
• No housing or airfare provided by the facility; travel arrangements are participant-driven
• Assignment oversight and onboarding assistance through Healthforce Healthcare LLC

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

What Makes Healthforce Different

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

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