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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapy Manager for a 26-week travel assignment in Bethel, Alaska.

This role is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist with a strong clinical background who is ready to combine direct patient care with department leadership and operational responsibilities.

The Physical Therapy Manager will help oversee rehabilitation services, support clinical staff, coordinate patient-care activities, maintain quality standards, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations. Candidates should have at least 4 years of full-time direct patient-care experience, an active Alaska Physical Therapist license, and strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Previous management or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

        Provide leadership and operational oversight for Physical Therapy services.

        Support daily scheduling, staffing, workflow, and patient-care coordination.

        Supervise and support Physical Therapists and other rehabilitation staff as assigned.

        Maintain high standards of clinical care, patient safety, and professional practice.

        Provide direct Physical Therapy services when required.

        Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.

        Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans based on clinical needs.

        Support staff orientation, mentoring, education, and competency development.

        Assist with performance management and staff development.

        Promote collaboration between rehabilitation, nursing, physicians, case management, and other departments.

        Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge planning.

        Monitor departmental productivity, quality, and service performance.

        Assist with development and implementation of policies, procedures, and clinical workflows.

        Maintain compliance with applicable licensure, regulatory, and organizational requirements.

        Ensure appropriate documentation and professional communication.

        Support department equipment and supply needs.

        Identify operational issues and develop practical solutions.

        Maintain patient confidentiality and professional standards at all times.

        Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, leadership, and community partners.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have:

        Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy from an accredited program

        Active Physical Therapist license in good standing in the State of Alaska

        Minimum 4 years of active, full-time patient-care experience

        Current BLS certification

        Strong clinical Physical Therapy experience

        Strong communication and interpersonal skills

        Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex clinical or administrative situations

        Strong written communication and documentation skills

        Ability to work independently and collaboratively

        Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Strong candidates may also have:

        Previous Physical Therapy Manager experience

        Rehabilitation department leadership experience

        Previous supervisory or team-lead experience

        Acute-care Physical Therapy experience

        Rural healthcare experience

        Experience managing multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams

        Previous travel or interim management experience

        Experience with quality improvement and departmental performance initiatives

Clinical Skills

Candidates should have strong knowledge of:

        Physical Therapy assessment

        Therapeutic exercise

        Functional mobility

        Gait training

        Balance training

        Transfer training

        Strength and range-of-motion assessment

        Rehabilitation modalities

        Patient education

        Discharge planning

        Assistive devices

        Postoperative rehabilitation

        Acute-care rehabilitation

        Interdisciplinary care coordination

Leadership & Management Skills

Successful candidates should be comfortable with:

        Staff supervision

        Department operations

        Scheduling and workflow coordination

        Staff coaching and development

        Clinical quality oversight

        Productivity management

        Conflict resolution

        Operational problem solving

        Policy implementation

        Performance improvement

        Interdisciplinary collaboration

        Patient-care escalation

        Professional communication

Computer & Administrative Skills

Candidates should be able to:

        Use standard computer and office applications effectively

        Create and edit professional correspondence

        Use Microsoft Excel for spreadsheets, basic formulas, and graphs

        Develop professional presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint

        Review and manage computerized clinical documentation

        Interpret operational data and basic performance metrics

Communication Requirements

The Physical Therapy Manager must be able to:

        Read and understand complex clinical and administrative instructions

        Communicate clearly in writing and verbally

        Present information effectively to individuals and groups

        Communicate professionally with patients, staff, leadership, and community members

        Work respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and language backgrounds

Work Environment

This role may involve both hospital-based and remote or village-based rehabilitation services.

Hospital-based Physical Therapy environments may include:

        Hi-lo treatment tables

        Therapeutic exercise equipment

        Ultrasound equipment

        Electrical stimulation modalities

        Standard rehabilitation equipment

Some assignments may involve providing rehabilitation services in smaller community or village settings where equipment availability is more limited.

Travel to remote locations may occur based on organizational needs and could involve transportation on small aircraft.

Schedule Requirements

        Day Shift

        Five 8-hour shifts per week

        40 hours per week

        Exact shift times may vary based on department and operational needs.

        Additional flexibility may be required for management responsibilities or patient-care needs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced Physical Therapist with strong leadership ability who can balance clinical responsibilities with staff supervision and department operations.

You should be comfortable making independent decisions, solving complex operational problems, supporting staff, communicating with leadership, and maintaining high standards of rehabilitation care.

This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:

        Physical Therapy Manager

        Rehabilitation Manager

        Physical Therapist Supervisor

        Lead Physical Therapist

        Rehab Services Manager

        Director of Physical Therapy

        Clinical Rehabilitation Manager

        Senior Physical Therapist

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on education, experience, licensure, certifications, leadership ability, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position.