Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Job in Anchorage, AK — Days, 5×8
- Weekly pay
- $2,528
- Specialty
- Physical Therapist
- Shift
- Days
- Schedule
- 5×8
- Contract length
- 15 weeks
About This Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Job
This travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care job in Anchorage, Alaska, is a 15-week assignment with Anders Group. This role pays $2,528 per week and follows a day shift with a 5x8 schedule.
In this travel Physical Therapist job, you will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, provide therapeutic interventions, document progress, and collaborate with the care team to support mobility, function, and independence.
Anders Group supports travel therapy professionals with personalized recruiter guidance, streamlined onboarding, free license support and renewals, weekly pay, and Day 1 benefits. Apply today to learn more about this travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care job in Anchorage, AK and other therapy assignments available nationwide.
Job Details
- Specialty: Physical Therapist
- Location: Anchorage, AK
- Shift: Days
- Schedule: 5×8
- Contract Length: 15 weeks
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Setting: Acute Care
Requirements for this Travel Physical Therapist - Acute Care Assignment
- 1+ year of recent Physical Therapist experience
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
- Active Alaska Physical Therapist license
Responsibilities for Physical Therapist - Acute Care travel job:
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide therapeutic exercises and rehabilitation services
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Support patient mobility, recovery, and functional outcomes
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Housing and meal stipends when applicable
- Travel reimbursement options
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Licensure and certification reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Refer a friend, earn $500
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Enhance Your Travel Therapy Career With Anders Group
You help patients regain mobility, function, independence, and communication, and Anders Group is committed to supporting your career. Since 2010, our people-first team has connected Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, therapy assistants, and Speech Language Pathologists with travel assignments nationwide across outpatient, skilled nursing, home health, acute care, and other therapy settings.
Your recruiter takes time to understand your preferred setting, schedule, location, and career goals while helping you navigate credentialing, licensure, and each assignment. Join more than 10,000 healthcare professionals who have trusted Anders Group for responsive support, career guidance, and travel opportunities that move them forward.
- People-first since 2010
- Nationwide travel therapy opportunities
- Dedicated recruiter support
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