Travel Physical Therapist Job

Answer the call to heal and transform lives as a Travel Physical Therapist in Sitka, Alaska. In this pivotal role you will blend clinical excellence with patient empowerment, guiding individuals through thoughtful, evidence‑based interventions that restore function, independence, and mobility. You’ll collaborate with physicians, therapists, and care teams to craft personalized treatment plans that consider each patient’s goals, environment, and daily routines. Your impact will resonate beyond the clinic walls, shaping outcomes for families, schools, and community programs across a region that prizes resilience, ingenuity, and care. This opportunity invites you to grow professionally while exploring one of America’s most remarkable settings, where ocean spray, snow‑capped peaks, and evergreen sails of spruce frame every shift. Sitka’s harbor, mountains, and misty fjords offer a backdrop for reflection and renewal, and the city’s rich blend of Alaska native heritage, modern amenities, and welcoming neighborhoods makes every day meaningful. Picture yourself stepping from a vibrant clinic into a rugged coastline, then returning to a cozy home base that feels like a true Alaska sanctuary. And if your curiosity pulls you toward other locations, this travel role opens doors to assignments across the U.S., expanding your professional network while maintaining the support you deserve.

Location benefits, Sitka and beyond: Sitka sits on Alaska’s stunning coastal fringe, where maritime life meets wild landscapes and a strong sense of community. You’ll enjoy a manageable pace that emphasizes relationship‑driven care, with opportunities to collaborate across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and community organizations. The environment is ideal for refining manual therapy techniques, gait training, neuromuscular reeducation, aquatic therapy, and equipment optimization in real‑world settings. Off‑hours you can access hiking trails, whale watching, sea kayaking, and cultural experiences that celebrate Alaska’s heritage. For therapists who crave variety, the position includes the potential to work in additional locations across the United States, offering exposure to diverse patient populations, practice settings, and clinical challenges while maintaining a stable, supportive framework.

Role specifics and benefits
- Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive assessments, design and implement individualized manual and therapeutic exercise programs, and monitor progress toward functional goals. Educate patients and families on home programs, safety strategies, and adaptive equipment. Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other therapists to ensure seamless care transitions. Document outcomes, adjust plans based on data and patient feedback, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Uphold high standards of safety, infection control, and patient privacy, while promoting evidence‑based practice and patient‑centered care.
- Growth and development: You’ll have ongoing opportunities to deepen specialty knowledge in gait retraining, neurorehabilitation, orthopedic interventions, and pediatric or geriatric applications as appropriate. Our program emphasizes career advancement, mentorship, and structured pathways to expand your clinical scope within physical therapy and related disciplines.
- Competitive benefits: In addition to competitive compensation, you’ll receive a welcome bonus designed to recognize your expertise and commitment, plus housing assistance to help secure convenient, comfortable accommodations close to your assignment. You’ll also have opportunities for contract extensions, allowing you to deepen relationships with communities you serve and to tailor your experience to your professional goals.
- Compensation and schedule: Weekly pay ranges from $2,573 to $2,679 with guaranteed 40.0 hours per week, delivering consistency that supports planning and stability throughout the assignment. The exact duration is defined in weeks with potential extensions based on performance, staffing needs, and mutual interest.
- Support and security: We provide 24/7 support while traveling with the company, ensuring you have dependable resources for travel logistics, clinical questions, and urgent needs on every assignment. This coverage is designed to help you perform at your best, wherever you are, with a responsive team available around the clock.

Company values
Our organization is built on empowering staff to own their growth while delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care. We foster a collaborative, respectful environment where clinicians can advance their expertise, share best practices, and pursue meaningful, long‑term careers. You’ll find a culture that celebrates initiative, acknowledges contributions, and supports work‑life balance through reliable scheduling, transparent communication, and a network of peers and leaders who are invested in your development and well‑being.

Call to action
If you’re ready to apply your skills where mountains meet the sea and to contribute to communities that value every patient’s potential, join us. This is your chance to embark on a journey that blends professional excellence with the adventure and beauty of Alaska, while expanding your practice across diverse settings in the U.S. Begin your travel PT experience on 03/09/2026 and discover how far your care can go when supported by a team that believes in you. Ready to take the next step? Submit your application and together we’ll shape the future of compassionate, evidence‑based physical therapy in Sitka and beyond.

Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing

TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield™ – Traveler Protection

ShiftShield™ protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay


• Fast credentialing


• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support


• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus

Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement

TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.