Physical Therapist – Outpatient & Hospital Rehab
Kodiak, AK
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Kodiak, Alaska
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (5x8 Days)
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• First Timers Accepted: Yes
• Certifications Required: BLS, Alaska License
• Additional Skills: As per Unit Description (UD)
• On-call: Not required
• Weekend Work: Yes
• Floating: Yes, within scope to cover outpatient, acute care, and some Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
• Block Schedule Accommodation: Yes
• Local Candidates: No (Permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility)
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Office Restrictions: Based on request
• Guaranteed Hours: 72 hours per 2 weeks (may be called off for one 8-hour shift per 2 weeks)

Unit Information

• Critical Access Hospital serving patients of all ages and diagnoses
• Therapy department covers outpatient, inpatient, SNF patients
• Specialties include wound care, lymphedema, pelvic floor, and pediatrics

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Medical Center, Long Term Care Facility, Outpatient
• Trauma Level: Level IV Trauma, Critical Access Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 46 Acute Care, 22 Long Term Care
• Dress Code: Any scrub color or business casual
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free

Housing and Vehicle

• Housing provided: Typically 1-bedroom apartments
• Housing available no earlier than 72 hours before contract start and no later than 24 hours after contract end
• Pets not allowed
• Housing usually accommodates only the traveler; additional family members require approval
• Housing must be cleaned upon departure or cleaning fees apply
• Vehicle provided: Facility-owned or rental car available for use during assignment
• Vehicle available no earlier than 72 hours before contract start and no later than 24 hours after contract end
• Only the traveler may operate the vehicle
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required before operating vehicle
• Personal vehicle insurance must cover rental cars
• Vehicle use limited to “around town” within a 30-mile radius; no off-road use
• Vehicle must be returned clean and with a full tank of gas
• Vehicle must be turned in during time off and reissued upon return
• Tire chains available at additional cost

Required Documentation and Compliance

• Background Check: Within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; updated annually
• Licenses and Certifications: Must be current and verified (BLS, Alaska License mandatory)
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Fit mask test (annual, travel only)
  • Immunizations: TDAP, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu vaccine (seasonal), COVID-19 vaccine or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • Drug screening: 10-panel within 90 days of start
  • Respirator clearance for travel candidates (annual)
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment within last 3 years (6 months for CNAs)
• Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with explanations for gaps or overlaps
• Skills Checklists: Required annually for applicable units
• Competency Exams: As applicable by profession/specialty
• State-Specific Checks:

  • Washington and Oregon candidates may have additional state-specific background and registry checks (not applicable for Alaska)

Training and Modules

• Completion of required WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:

  • Core modules for profession and facility type
  • Specialty-specific modules if applicable (e.g., ER, L&D, Leadership roles)
  • Annual regulatory requirements
• Epic charting system training modules required
• Modules assigned and tracked via Aya Healthcare LMS platform

Additional Notes

• Floating policy acknowledgment required; may be asked to float to other Providence facilities within reasonable distance
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements
• Housing and vehicle policies strictly enforced to ensure compliance and avoid additional fees

This position offers a comprehensive travel contract opportunity for Physical Therapists with at least 1 year of experience, requiring flexibility to work weekends and float across multiple care settings within the facility. The facility supports travelers with housing and vehicle provisions and emphasizes compliance with thorough credentialing, health, and training requirements.