Physical Therapist

Job Title

Physical Therapist – Pediatric Outpatient

Location

Juneau, AK

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients across a wide range of ages and diagnoses, with a focus on pediatric outpatient care.
• Implement, supervise, and modify therapy plans of care based on ongoing assessment of patient response to optimize outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, referring providers, and families to coordinate care, arrange appropriate medical equipment, and establish discharge plans.
• Develop and deliver patient and family education programs, including clear home exercise programs with return demonstration to ensure understanding.
• Document all patient encounter findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognoses in accordance with applicable policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and direct the work of Physical Therapist Assistants, support staff, students, and interns as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Active Alaska Physical Therapist license required at time of submission.
• Entry-level qualifying master's or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program; or graduate of an APTA-approved program at the master's or bachelor's level with 2 years of proven work and continuing education experience demonstrating doctoral-level knowledge.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Pediatric physical therapy experience required.
• Current flu vaccination required.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Minimum 1 year of experience in adult outpatient rehabilitation.
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer billing procedures.
• Experience with durable medical equipment assessment, fitting, and delivery.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to provide meaningful care in a unique and scenic Alaskan setting serving a diverse patient population.
• Work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary healthcare environment with opportunities to contribute to education, program development, and specialty services.