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Outpatient Physical Therapist
Fairbanks, Alaska
Willow Physical Therapy

$2,565-2,751/week

Posted 5 days ago

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$2,565/week

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Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Contract Length: 13 weeks Start: ASAP

Independent clinician needed for ortho/sports PT
One-on-one, 45-minute patient sessions with no double booking or overlapping patients
Private patient rooms and three separate gym areas

Day shift, 5x8 hours (40 hours/week guaranteed)
Monday 8:15 AM to 5:15 PM; Tuesday through Thursday 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM; Friday 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM
30-minute lunch daily
Charting time built into the daily schedule

Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required annually)
Negative TB test (PPD, Q Gold, or TSpot) within 1 year of start; chest X-ray within 5 years of start for a positive PPD (verbal confirmation acceptable); TB questionnaire collected in lieu of annual renewal
Rubeola (measles), mumps, and rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer; negative or equivocal titers require declination, 2 vaccines, or 1 booster. Candidates born before 1957 are exempt
Hepatitis B: series, titer, or declination; negative or equivocal titers require declination or 1 booster
Varicella: 2 vaccines, titer, or history of chicken pox; negative or equivocal titers require declination, 2 vaccines, or 1 booster
Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start (instant drug screen acceptable; not required annually)
Flu vaccine or declination required between 10/1 and 3/31 (2026-27 season)
Skills checklist required annually

Background check within 1 year of start, including SS trace, county searches for the last 7 years of locations lived, worked, or in school, nationwide search, sex offender search, and FACIS Level 1M; updated annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required annually

Medication test/pharmacology competency exam, required as applicable by profession
Competency exam, required as applicable by profession and specialty

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

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.

Furnished Housing

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.

Transportation

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.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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