(Archived) Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist job in Anchorage, Alaska.

The position is a civilian position within the extensive military medical system. Civilian and military personnel work together providing services to the active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families.

Our employees are our best assets! Come join our team of healthcare professionals where you are valued.

• Monday-Friday day schedule
• Holidays off
• Fantastic PTO accrual rate
• Competitive Compensation
• Benefit Package (health, dental, and vision plans)

Physical Therapist Job Overview:

• Perform a full range of physical therapist services in accordance with the scope of clinical privileges granted by the MTF.
• Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.
• Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administer soft tissue mobilization, applying knowledge of mobilization techniques and body physiology.
• Administer traction to relieve pain, using traction equipment.
• Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems.
• Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care. Contact referring physicians regarding patient care concerns, as required.
• Perform prevention and wellness activities, education, screening, and promote positive health behaviors.

Physical Therapist Job Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy (or Baccalaureate Degree in Physical Therapy for graduates prior to January 1, 2002)
• Graduate from a college or university approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
• Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a Physical Therapist.
• At least 12 months experience as a PT within the past two years
• BLS by American Heart Association

Contract position with a Spring 2019 start date. Position contingent on contract award. Incumbents highly encourage to contact us. Come join our team of healthcare professionals!