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60 Foundation Health Partners Occupational Therapist Jobs Hiring Near You

OB Hospitalist

Fairbanks, AK · On-site

$125 - $165/hr

Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is seeking an OB Hospitalist to join our collegial team at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. This is an ideal opportunity for an OBGYN with a desire to inspire and be ...

OB Hospitalist

Fairbanks, AK

$128.25 - $169.25/hr

Foundation Health Partners (FHP) is seeking an OB Hospitalist to join our collegial team at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. This is an ideal opportunity for an OBGYN with a desire to inspire and be ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Occupational Therapist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Occupational Therapist, you need a degree in occupational therapy, state licensure, and strong knowledge of human anatomy and therapeutic techniques. Familiarity with assessment tools, electronic health records (EHRs), and adaptive equipment is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, and creative problem-solving abilities help build rapport with clients and develop effective treatment plans. These skills and qualities are essential to improve patients' daily functioning, promote independence, and ensure positive outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.

What are some typical challenges occupational therapists face when working with diverse patient populations?

Occupational therapists often work with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, ages, and diagnoses, which can present challenges in tailoring interventions to each individual's unique needs. Language barriers, cultural differences, and varying levels of patient motivation may require therapists to adapt their communication and therapy techniques. Additionally, balancing a high caseload while maintaining personalized care plans can be demanding, but strong collaboration with interdisciplinary teams helps ensure the best outcomes for clients.

What are occupational therapists?

Occupational therapists are healthcare professionals who help people of all ages develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed for daily living and working. They work with individuals experiencing physical, mental, or developmental conditions to improve their ability to perform everyday tasks. Occupational therapists use therapeutic techniques and adaptive equipment tailored to each person's needs, aiming to enhance their independence and quality of life.

What is the difference between Occupational Therapist vs Physical Therapist?

AspectOccupational TherapistPhysical Therapist
CredentialsMaster's degree in Occupational Therapy, state licensureDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), state licensure
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, schools, rehabilitation centersHospitals, outpatient clinics, sports facilities, rehab centers
Job FocusHelping patients perform daily activities and improve fine motor skillsRestoring movement and physical function
Common UsageRehabilitation for daily living skillsMobility and physical function recovery

While both Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists work in rehabilitation settings, Occupational Therapists focus on enabling patients to perform daily activities, whereas Physical Therapists concentrate on restoring movement and physical function. Their credentials, work environments, and treatment goals overlap but serve different patient needs.

Infographic showing various Occupational Therapist job openings at Foundation Health Partners in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Cardiology Physician Assistant (Outpatient)

Cardiology Physician Assistant (Outpatient)

Foundation Health Partners

Fairbanks, AK

$147.11K/yr

Other

Posted 20 days ago


Foundation Health Partners rating

4.1

Company rating: 4.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Job Opportunity in Alaska

Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your career as you broaden your scope of practice.

Foundation Health Partners is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our highly experienced team at Porter Heart & Vascular Center, the only full-time cardiology clinic serving Interior Alaska and the Far North.

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic team at the fast-paced, state-of-the-art Porter Heart clinic, where you'll collaborate with a dedicated and passionate group. This position offers diverse opportunities involving clinic care and inpatient/emergency department coverage on designated weeks. Leveraging cutting-edge expertise and technology, you'll contribute to advanced diagnostics, short- and long-term management, and prevention guidance for various cardiovascular conditions. Enjoy a well-supported role in a collegial work environment while contributing to our commitment to enhancing the heart health of Fairbanks and surrounding communities.

  • Compensation: Starting at a base of $147,112, your compensation can be further adjusted based on experience. Additional opportunity to increase earnings through productivity. $40k sign-on bonus.
  • Schedule: M-F outpatient clinic. 4 or 5 days a week. No call, no nights, no weekends. 7 weeks ATO, 2 weeks CME.
  • Patient Panel: Outpatient setting offering patients short and long-term management of heart-related conditions.
  • Team: Robust and collaborative cardiovascular team consisting of 3 interventional cardiologists, a vascular surgeon, and 3 other advanced practice providers. This position is well supported, both administratively and organizationally.

Learn more about our clinic: Porter Heart & Vascular Center

Foundation Health Partners:

Foundation Health Partners is a community-owned and operated health system in Fairbanks, Alaska, comprised of 3 facilities, including Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Tanana Valley Clinic, and Denali Center, a long-term care facility. As the most advanced medical facility for hundreds of miles, we are highly committed to treating the medical needs of everyone who comes through our doors.

  • Professional autonomy and clinical work freedom.
  • Strong commitment to work-life balance. Not just words, our leadership values your time.
  • Comprehensive benefits package and a competitive base salary with scalable income opportunities.
  • $5,000 paid CME, licensure/credential reimbursement, and covered malpractice insurance.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with the state's most extensive multidisciplinary health system.
  • EMR goal – one patient, one chart, one bill.
  • 501(c)(3) non-profit status = eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Living in Fairbanks:

As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true.

  • Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents.
  • College Town – University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College
  • Military Community – Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base.
  • 23 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 5 High Schools | robust youth sports programs
  • No state income tax and no sales tax.

Summer activities: Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, community-wide festivals, and events.

Winter activities: Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, hunting, ice art, etc.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be approved to practice by the State Joint Board on the Regulation of Physician's Assistants. NCCPA certification required. Exhibits an exemplary professional demeanor and interpersonal relationship skills.

Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications and database management. Must have sufficient experience, confidence, and judgment to function with little outside direction. Ability to maintain CME currency as required to maintain NCCPA certification. Requires personal DEA license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree preferred. Experience in clinical setting including supervision is preferred. ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and/or Neonatal Resuscitation certifications desirable.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.