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Outpatient Physical Therapist
Fairbanks, Alaska
Willow Physical Therapy

$2,429-2,681/week

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Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Start: January
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Setting: Outpatient ortho/sports PT clinic with private patient rooms and three separate gym areas

Shift: Day, 5 x 8 hours
Hours: 40 per week, with a 40-hour guarantee
Daily Hours:
- 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
Breaks: 30-minute lunch daily, with charting time built into the schedule
Patient Load: One-on-one 45-minute sessions with no double booking or overlapping patients

Valid Physical Therapist license in Alaska
Independent clinician
Experience working with Orthopedics patients
Experience in an outpatient setting
At least 6 months of experience outside of clinicals
State license with primary source online verification
ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications from AHA or ARC (Provider, Instructor, and RQI cards accepted), required as applicable
National tech certification, as applicable

New grads are welcome.
They must have strong ortho/sports clinicals or at least 1 contract (13 weeks) in an outpatient ortho/sports setting before starting.

Background Check: Completed within 1 year of start and updated annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG: Required annually
Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start; not required annually
TB Screening: Negative PPD, QuantiFERON, or T-SPOT within 1 year of start; chest X-ray within 5 years of start for a positive PPD (verbal confirmation accepted); TB questionnaire collected annually in lieu of renewal
Immunity: Measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, and varicella documentation (vaccines, positive or negative titers, declination, or history as applicable)
Drug Screen: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year of start (instant drug screen accepted); not required annually
Flu Vaccine: Vaccine or declination required between 10/1 and 3/31
Competencies: Competency exam and medication/pharmacology competency exam, required as applicable by profession and specialty
Skills Checklist: Required annually

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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