Physical Therapist

Position Summary: This role involves managing a hospital-based inpatient and outpatient physical therapy clinic. The position emphasizes a commitment to corporate pillars of excellence, including patient-centered care, employee focus, workforce development, community satisfaction, and financial viability. The individual will support medical staff and participate in interdisciplinary team functions. Responsibilities include promoting a collaborative team environment, encouraging professional development among staff, providing skilled physical therapy evaluations, establishing treatment plans, and optimizing department revenue streams while managing expenses. Compliance with corporate, state, and federal guidelines for physical therapy practice is essential. The position also requires coordinating specialized orthopedic field clinics and enhancing administrative processes through collaboration with corporate teams.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Minimum Experience: Four (4) years of active, full-time patient care experience. Previous managerial experience is preferred.
• License, Certification, Registration: Must be licensed in good standing in Alaska as a Physical Therapist and hold current BLS certification.

Equipment/Tools:

The work environment includes standard physical therapy department equipment such as hi-lo tables, therapeutic exercise equipment, ultrasound, and electrical stimulation modalities. In village-based settings, the therapist will utilize portable treatment tools as needed for patient care.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, detailed correspondence, and computerized documentation. Excellent writing and presentation skills are necessary, with the ability to effectively communicate with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Mathematical Skills: Proficiency in basic mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret graphical data.
• Computer Skills: Capability to create, edit, and publish professional documents and correspondence. Proficiency in using MS Excel for spreadsheets and MS PowerPoint for presentations is required.
• Reasoning Ability: Strong critical thinking skills to carry out detailed instructions and to identify solutions to complex problems in both administrative and patient care scenarios.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday coverage may be required.