Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Craig, AK
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Physical Therapist Outpatient (PT OP) April Point, Alaska. This position involves providing general physical therapy evaluations and treatments across a diverse patient population. Responsibilities include overseeing treatment plans, collaborating with healthcare team members, and ensuring patient progress through tailored therapy interventions.

Job Details

• Certifications, Education, and Experience: Entry-level qualifying masters or doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program, licensure as a Physical Therapist, current Basic Life Support certification, and a valid drivers license. Minimum of 1 year experience in adult outpatient rehabilitation.
• Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours per day, minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Provides general Physical Therapy evaluations and treatments impacting patient functional abilities.
• Oversees and directs the work of Physical Therapist Assistants and/or other designated staff members.
• Performs assessments, evaluations, and develops therapy plans with goals aligned to treatment diagnosis.
• Implements, supervises, and modifies plans of care based on patient response to optimize outcomes.
• Reviews clinical records and case histories, attends care conferences, and collaborates with referring providers and healthcare professionals.
• Documents patient encounters, treatment plans, diagnoses, recommendations, and prognoses according to policies.
• Provides timely services following regulatory requirements across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Directs the work of support staff, students, or interns as applicable.
• Develops and conducts patient education programs and provides clear home exercise instructions to patients and their families.
• Assists in administrative tasks, clinic operations, and specialty/research areas as appropriate.
• Utilizes hospital computer systems for patient information and communication; participates in the efficient flow of clinical information.
• Maintains supplies and clinical equipment at acceptable levels, and assists with the fit and acquisition of durable medical equipment.
• Maintains current knowledge of billing procedures for reimbursement purposes.
• Supports committee and management activities and provides training and education to staff and medical teams.
• Adheres to the standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and all confidentiality and quality assurance policies.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits