Home Health Physical Therapist
Ketchikan, AK
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Physical Therapist - Home Health

Location: Ketchikan, Alaska
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Job Details

• Shift: Monday to Friday, 5x8 hour days (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, start time flexible)
• Schedule: Day position, no weekends or on-call required
• Work Setting: Community-based, patient’s home with office on campus
• Average Daily Census: 26 patients
• Top Diagnoses: COPD, CHF, orthopedic procedures (including joint replacements), neurological diseases
• Floating: May float to hospice within scope if needed; no floating to sister facilities
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Locals Accepted: No
• Pending State License: Alaska PT License required (compact license accepted)
• Experience Required:

  • Minimum 1 year in Home Health or Orthopedic/Aging (OA)
  • 1 year Epic experience preferred
• First-Timers Accepted: Yes, if OASIS experience is present
• Vehicle: Reliable vehicle required

Job Summary

• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans and goals
• Provide treatment within the scope of Physical Therapy
• Modify plans as needed based on patient progress
• Complete documentation timely and accurately per regulatory and professional standards
• Collaborate with healthcare team members for coordinated patient care
• May supervise therapy assistants, aides, volunteers, and provide clinical instruction to students
• Participate in quality improvement, staff meetings, and educational activities

Education & Credentials

• Degree: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (accredited program or foreign equivalent)
• Licensure: Valid Alaska Physical Therapist License required
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Independent clinical judgment and patient condition assessment
• General knowledge of physical therapy field and resource utilization

Compliance & Requirements

• Background checks including criminal, SS verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Drug testing within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Fit mask test (N95) required for onsite work, updated annually
• Immunizations and/or declinations required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Flu seasonal vaccination or approved exemption (medical/religious)
• Orientation modules and quizzes specific to Home Health must be completed with 100% score prior to start
• Various facility-specific forms and policies must be reviewed and completed prior to start

Location Information

• Ketchikan, Alaska offers a mild winter climate compared to much of Alaska due to its maritime location
• Winter temperatures typically range from 30-40°F
• Climate is similar to Seattle, WA

Additional Notes

• No on-call or weekend requirements
• Flexible start time within shift hours
• May provide oversight and mentorship to other therapy staff and students
• Must sign SSA release and comply with facility-specific orientation and compliance requirements

This position is ideal for a Physical Therapist with home health experience looking for a travel contract in a community-based setting with a stable weekday schedule and no on-call duties.