Physical Therapist

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

Sitka, AK | Inpatient / Outpatient

Schedule / Job Type

Full-Time | Permanent | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients across a wide range of ages and diagnoses in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Implement, supervise, and modify plans of care based on ongoing assessment of patient response to optimize outcomes
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members, referring providers, and care conference participants to coordinate patient care and discharge planning
• Develop and deliver patient and family education programs, including clear home exercise programs with return demonstration to ensure comprehension
• Direct and oversee the work of Physical Therapist Assistants, support staff, students, and interns
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, assist with DME acquisition and fitting, and adhere to billing and regulatory requirements including Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payers

Required Qualifications

• 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 demonstrating mastery of doctoral-level knowledge
• Active Physical Therapist license — State of Alaska (Alaska State Board of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy) required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required
• Valid State of Alaska Driver's License required
• Clinical Competency and High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years thereafter

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Broad-based clinical experience across multiple practice settings
• Proficiency with adaptive devices including splints, braces, orthoses, seating equipment, durable medical equipment, and ADL assistive devices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex clinical information for patients, families, and non-clinical staff
• Proficiency with health information technology, electronic health records, and multiple software applications

Why Join Us

• This is a fulfilling permanent opportunity with a mission-driven, non-profit healthcare organization dedicated to serving the residents of Southeast Alaska, offering a comprehensive benefits package including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Work in a collaborative, community-centered environment with opportunities for professional development and advancement