Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist
Soldotna, AK
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs
$2,280/weekOverview
- Start Date09/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration26 weeks
- SettingOutpatient
Pay
Description
Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Active AK Physical Therapist license or ability to obtain required state licensure prior to start.
- BLS Certification from AHA or ARC may be required prior to start.
- Recent experience providing 1:1 outpatient orthopedic or general outpatient PT care with 1-hour treatment sessions and no double-booking.
- Experience or comfort treating in outpatient aquatics settings is required.
- Ability to work full-time split between outpatient clinic rehab and outpatient aquatics as specified by the client.
- Current professional resume required to submit as application materials.
- Preferred: outpatient experience on the Kenai Peninsula or in remote/rural settings, and prior travel PT experience.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Outpatient.
- Shift Name: Days.
- Schedule: Full-time split between outpatient clinic rehab and outpatient aquatics.
- Patient Care Model: One-on-one, 1-hour treatment sessions without double booking.
Location Highlights
Soldotna, AK sits on the Kenai Peninsula approximately 120 miles (about a 2.5-hour drive) south of Anchorage, offering outdoor recreation and small-town living. The area provides access to Kenai River fishing and the nearby Kenai National Wildlife Refuge within a 15–30 minute drive, supporting an active, adventurous lifestyle. The city is near Kasilof and Sterling for local amenities and is within driving distance of state parks such as Skilak Lake and Captain Cook State Recreation Area, useful for boating, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Soldotna has local dining and community events in a suburban small-town setting, with seasonal access to winter sports and summer fishing and rafting activities.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day.
- Weekly, On-Time Pay.
- Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.
- 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact available by text, phone or email.
- Competitive Referral Bonuses.
- 100% Paid Housing Available.
- Travel & License Reimbursement.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
Employer
Jackson Therapy Partners
1 nurse recommends working with Jackson Therapy Partners
Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.
About Soldotna, AK
As a Travel Physical Therapist in Soldotna, AK here's what you should know:- Soldotna's cost of living is 17% higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 65°F, and average lows are around 48°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 24°F, and average lows are around 11°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited, but options are available.
- It may require some effort to find suitable furnished housing.
- Soldotna is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is predominantly White, with a small Native American and Hispanic community.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant population of older adults.
- Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the long winter nights.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Soldotna offers outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
- There are also local restaurants featuring fresh seafood, and opportunities to enjoy art and music events.
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