Job Description

Overview
Physical Therapist travel assignment in Valdez, Alaska. Start date: 05/26/2026. Duration: Weeks. Weekly pay: $2,179–$2,364 per week. Guaranteed hours: 70 hours per 2 weeks (may be called off for one 10-hour shift per 2 weeks). Shift: Days, 5x8. Work setting is a critical access healthcare setting with outpatient emphasis and some inpatient and SNF coverage. This assignment is with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,179–$2,364 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 70 hours per 2 weeks
- Contract duration: Weeks
- Shift: Days, 5x8
- Start date: 05/26/2026
- Setting: Critical access facility with outpatient focus and some inpatient/SNF coverage
- Housing provided: 1-bedroom apartment, move-in no earlier than 72 hours before start
- Vehicle provided: Company-provided/shared rental vehicle available; license and insurance required
- Travel support: 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Compliance and mobility: High-level compliance requirements; relocation rules apply

Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy evaluation and treatment for an outpatient caseload, with periodic inpatient and SNF coverage as needed
- Address post-operative orthopedic rehab (e.g., total joint replacements), spine conditions, and neurologic rehabilitation; implement balance and functional mobility training
- Develop and teach individualized home exercise programs; deliver patient and family education to support functional goals
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and adjust treatment plans; document progress in the charting system
- Treat pediatric through geriatric patients, accommodating varied rehabilitation needs and goals
- Maintain accurate and timely charting for all encounters; participate in facility charting workflows as required

Requirements
- License: Active physical therapist license in Alaska or eligible to practice; pending licenses accepted (processing may take 10–12 weeks)
- Certifications: BLS required
- Experience: Minimum 1 year; background in outpatient, acute care, and LTC/SNF settings
- Charting: Experience with any charting system; Epic may be used
- Education: Doctorate or professional degree in Physical Therapy (DPT/PT)
- Practice setting: Ability to work in outpatient and inpatient/SNF environments
- Distance from site: Locals not accepted; candidate must reside at least 50 miles from the site
- Vaccination: COVID-19 vaccine not required
- Driving: Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle within a 30-mile radius; vehicle usage restricted to local area; must maintain vehicle with a full tank

Benefits and Support
- Housing: Provided (1-bedroom apartment) with move-in 72 hours prior to start and move-out within 24 hours after end; details on pet policy and cleaning apply
- Vehicle: Company-provided/shared rental vehicle available; drivers must have license and proof of insurance; limited usage around town
- Support: 24/7 recruiter and travel support; dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Additional: Compliance and onboarding modules to complete prior to start

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other PT travel roles, you can view additional openings at Healthforce Healthcare LLC:

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• 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

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• 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

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Ongoing contract, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Relocation, 10 hours per week, Flexible hours, Shift work

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