Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Alaska
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Alaska concentrate in hospital systems, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, and long-term care facilities, with strong demand across all experience levels from recent graduates to seasoned clinicians. The largest share of openings is in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau, where employers such as Providence Alaska Medical Center, Bartlett Regional Hospital, and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium maintain consistent hiring. Orthopedic rehabilitation, geriatric care, and rural outreach therapy are the most in-demand specialties given Alaska's active population and geographically dispersed communities. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Physical Therapy Care Manager
Bethel, Alaska
We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the department manager, the care manager of the therapy services department will utilize a collaborative process to assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the options and services required to meet an individual’s health needs, using communication and available resources to promote quality and cost-effective outcomes. The care manager helps identify appropriate providers and services through the continuum of services within the Therapy Department and among other ancillary teams while ensuring that available resources are being used in a timely and cost-effective manner in order to obtain value for both the client and the reimbursement source. Specific responsibilities and skills include but are not limited to:
- possesses sound clinical judgment in assisting toward therapeutic outcomes for patients
- engages in patient care needs assessment, understanding patient care goals as voiced by the patient, making the patient a major part of his or her treatment and recovery
- provides advocacy as needed to ensure patient knows and understands his or her rights
- helps the patient become independent by meeting care goals and measuring those goals against patient healthcare outcomes
- documents and communicates care planning needs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and wound care to other staff within the Therapy Department
- helps to secure timely documentation in the patient medical record from members of the Therapy Department
- collaborates with team members within the organization and outside sites in the coordination of orthopedic field clinics to offer specialty care onsite at YKHC
- assists in the procuring and logging of therapy-related durable medical equipment (DME)
- Position includes 50% direct patient care and 50% care coordination
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education
Preferred Master’s degree from an Accredited program in Physical or Occupational Therapy.
Minimum Experience 2-4 years prior experience in physical or occupational therapy. At least 1 year at YKHC in Bethel.
Minimum Job Specific Time Commitment 40 hours per week
License, Certification, Registration
Must be licensed in good standing in Alaska as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist
Equipment/Tools Office machines (i.e. computer, copier, fax, telephone, Microsoft Office)
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
1. Working knowledge of terminology specific to physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, and orthopedics strongly desired.
2. Ability to care manage for a predominantly outpatient care environment.
3. Ability to delegate tasks to other team members when appropriate.
4. Knowledge of community and health resources available in the region and at the local /village level preferred.
5. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with providers and team members from various settings.
6. Sensitivity to ethnic, cultural, gender; beliefs, and behaviors.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
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Additional Information:
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.
Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.
To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)
Physical Therapy Care Manager
Bethel, Alaska
We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!
The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the department manager, the care manager of the therapy services department will utilize a collaborative process to assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the options and services required to meet an individual’s health needs, using communication and available resources to promote quality and cost-effective outcomes. The care manager helps identify appropriate providers and services through the continuum of services within the Therapy Department and among other ancillary teams while ensuring that available resources are being used in a timely and cost-effective manner in order to obtain value for both the client and the reimbursement source. Specific responsibilities and skills include but are not limited to:
- possesses sound clinical judgment in assisting toward therapeutic outcomes for patients
- engages in patient care needs assessment, understanding patient care goals as voiced by the patient, making the patient a major part of his or her treatment and recovery
- provides advocacy as needed to ensure patient knows and understands his or her rights
- helps the patient become independent by meeting care goals and measuring those goals against patient healthcare outcomes
- documents and communicates care planning needs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and wound care to other staff within the Therapy Department
- helps to secure timely documentation in the patient medical record from members of the Therapy Department
- collaborates with team members within the organization and outside sites in the coordination of orthopedic field clinics to offer specialty care onsite at YKHC
- assists in the procuring and logging of therapy-related durable medical equipment (DME)
- Position includes 50% direct patient care and 50% care coordination
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Education
Preferred Master’s degree from an Accredited program in Physical or Occupational Therapy.
Minimum Experience 2-4 years prior experience in physical or occupational therapy. At least 1 year at YKHC in Bethel.
Minimum Job Specific Time Commitment 40 hours per week
License, Certification, Registration
Must be licensed in good standing in Alaska as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist
Equipment/Tools Office machines (i.e. computer, copier, fax, telephone, Microsoft Office)
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
1. Working knowledge of terminology specific to physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, wound care, and orthopedics strongly desired.
2. Ability to care manage for a predominantly outpatient care environment.
3. Ability to delegate tasks to other team members when appropriate.
4. Knowledge of community and health resources available in the region and at the local /village level preferred.
5. Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with ability to interact with providers and team members from various settings.
6. Sensitivity to ethnic, cultural, gender; beliefs, and behaviors.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
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Additional Information:
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.
Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.
To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)
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Physical Therapy Assistant Job Market in Alaska
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What Alaska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs across Alaska.
- Active Alaska physical therapy assistant license issued by the Alaska Board of Physical Therapy
- Associate degree in physical therapy assisting from an accredited program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire
- Ability to document treatment notes accurately in electronic health record systems
- Experience with orthopedic, neurological, or geriatric patient populations preferred
- Willingness to travel or serve remote or rural Alaska communities as needed
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy assistant in Alaska?
To become a physical therapy assistant in Alaska, you must earn an associate degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education accredited program, pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs, and obtain a license from the Alaska Board of Physical Therapy. The Board requires an application, verification of your exam score, and a background check before issuing your license, which must be renewed on a biennial basis to remain active.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in Alaska?
Alaska physical therapy assistant roles are posted by Centennial Post Acute, Summit Physical Therapy, and Tanana Chiefs Conference and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Major health systems anchored in Anchorage and regional hospitals serving smaller communities across the state are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings.
Which Alaska cities have the most physical therapy assistant jobs?
Anchorage, Homer, and Bethel have the most physical therapy assistant openings in Alaska. Anchorage drives the majority of listings as the state's largest population center and home to its biggest hospital systems and outpatient networks, while Fairbanks and Juneau generate steady demand through their regional medical centers and the communities those facilities serve.
Are there remote physical therapy assistant jobs in Alaska?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy assisting is a hands-on clinical role, so the large majority of positions require an in-person presence with patients. About 0% of physical therapy assistant openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those postings generally involve documentation review, telehealth care coordination, or supervisory support rather than direct patient treatment.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy assistant in Alaska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate or clinical rotation to hire positions at Alaska's large health systems, particularly Providence Alaska Medical Center and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, which regularly bring on candidates completing their first clinical hours. Working as a physical therapy aide or rehabilitation technician in an outpatient clinic first gives you direct exposure and makes your application stronger. Holding a current Alaska PTA license before you apply is the single biggest differentiator for competitive entry-level openings.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Alaska?
You can find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search through the roles posted, identify the ones that match your license status, experience level, and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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