Travel Physical Therapy Assistant
Fairbanks, AK
Genie Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,681/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Description
Genie Healthcare is looking for a Physical Therapy to work in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a 25.86 weeks travel assignment located in Fairbanks, AK for the Shift (5x8 Days - Please verify shift details with recruiter, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8.00-5).
Pay and benefits packages are estimated based on client bill rate at time the job was posted. These rates are subject to change.
Exact pay and benefits vary based on several things, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, client changes in bill rate, experience, etc.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with company matching (50% up to 6% of what you contribute)
Employer
Genie Healthcare
12 nurses recommend working with Genie Healthcare
Pros
This was my first recruiter ever. She has been great during my first time as a travel LPN. I’m on my second assignment and she has tried both times to keep me in a successful position. Always answering the phone or making sure she follows up with me.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Genie Healthcare
Genie Healthcare is one of the fastest growing Nurse Travel Agencies in the USA. Genie serves hundreds of facilities and has over 4000 current travel RN contracts open at any given time.
Genie provides travel RN’s flexibility, support, top pay scale, housing and the #1 rated, multi-state health insurance coverage.
Genie Healthcare carries with it a commitment to providing a comprehensive level of service and quality care. Growing from a small team of eager recruiters to a company with satisfied clients in nearly every corner of the nation, delivering excellence in patient and customer care is the key to Genie’s success.
The management team has 20 years of experience in workforce solutions and staffing in medical and non-medical fields, roles ranging from Clerical job to Cardiologist to software developer to CEO.
About Fairbanks, AK
As a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant in Fairbanks, AK here's what you should know:- Fairbanks has a cost of living index higher than the national average, primarily due to the high cost of goods and services.
- However, wages are generally adjusted to match the higher cost of living.
- Fairbanks experiences a subarctic climate with average summer highs of 70°F and average winter lows of -15°F, making it one of the coldest cities in the United States.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Fairbanks, but they may be limited compared to larger cities.
- It's advisable to start searching early to secure suitable accommodations.
- Fairbanks is car-friendly, and having a vehicle is often necessary due to the spread-out nature of the city.
- Public transportation options are available but may have limited coverage.
- Fairbanks has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the long, dark winters.
- There is a notable population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities and unique experiences.
- Fairbanks offers a range of activities including dining at local restaurants, exploring art and music scenes, engaging in outdoor sports like snowmobiling and ice fishing, and enjoying unique events such as the Midnight Sun Festival and aurora borealis viewing.
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