Show Map Location 4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States Base Pay $50.66 / Hour Job Category Professional Employee Type Active - Full-Time Description Join a collaborative and mission-driven rehab team where your skills as a Physical Therapist will help patients thrive-from hospital beds to home recovery-in one of Alaska's most scenic communities. HIGHLIGHTS: This is a diverse and impactful role that allows you to provide physical therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, long term care, and home health settings-offering professional variety and meaningful patient relationships. Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients. Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available. RESPONSIBILITIES: Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with mobility or functional impairments. Deliver physical therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, long term care, and home health settings. Document all assessments, treatment sessions, and progress in accordance with professional standards. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to support comprehensive patient care. Educate patients and caregivers on therapy goals, safety, and continued care practices. KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE: Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association. Current Alaska state license to practice Physical Therapy. Current CPR certification required. One to two years of clinical experience preferred, especially in diverse care settings. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and guide patients through rehabilitation. Familiarity with documentation standards and ability to use EMR systems. Must be able to stand for extended periods, assist with patient mobility, and lift heavy objects or patients when needed. Flexibility to work 10-hour shifts and occasional weekends as scheduled. ENVIRONMENT: The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska. The physical therapy department offers a clean, safe, and barrier-free work environment. While the work is highly rewarding, physical demands are moderate to high, including heavy lifting and prolonged standing. Therapists may encounter occasional workplace hazards while assisting patients, but safety protocols are in place to minimize risk. Additional Information FTE 1 Position type Union Shift Type Days
Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!
South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.
SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.
We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!
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