Therapy Jobs in Alaska
73 active therapy jobs across Alaska. Browse RN, LPN, travel nurse, ICU, ER, and per diem positions.
Alaska is an active therapy market with 73 positions currently on the board across major hubs across Alaska. Listings cover hospital, clinic, long-term care, home health, and travel-therapy contracts, with both staff therapist and OT openings updated daily. Travel therapists and staff therapists are in high demand at hospitals and healthcare systems statewide, with openings spanning travel, staff, per diem, PT, OT and SLP roles. Schedules range from per diem and night shift to full-time staff and travel contracts of 8–13 weeks, with pay tied to specialty, experience, and shift differentials. ICU, ER, and med-surg roles consistently see the strongest demand. Browse jobs by city below or jump straight to a category to filter the listings. New positions are added daily as employers refresh their hiring feeds, so check back often or set up an alert to be notified when fresh Alaska therapy openings go live.
Average therapy pay — Alaska
Approximate market averages. Actual pay varies by employer, specialty, setting, and experience.
| Role | Avg annual | Avg weekly (travel) |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapist (PT) | $82,000/yr | $1,800/week |
| Occupational Therapist (OT) | $78,000/yr | $1,650/week |
| Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) | $80,000/yr | $1,700/week |
| Behavior Analyst (BCBA) | $75,000/yr | $1,500/week |
| Mental Health Therapist | $65,000/yr | $1,200/week |
Travel Physical Therapist, Inpatient/Outpatient Rehabilitation - $2,766 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,826 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,026 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,948 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,006 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,896 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,880 per week
Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,139 per week
Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,986 per week
Travel Occupational Therapist - $1,509 per week
Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,246 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,080 per week
Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,924 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,826 per week
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,784 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,386 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $1,707 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,607 per week
Travel Physical Therapist - $2,526 per week
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,790 per week
Why nurse in Alaska?
Alaska offers a wide range of nursing opportunities across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, home health, and travel contracts. Whether you're an experienced RN, an LPN/LVN, a CNA, or a new graduate, employers across the state hire across day, night, and weekend shifts with competitive pay, shift differentials, and benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Alaska state license to work as a therapist here?+
Alaska does not currently participate in the major therapy licensure compacts, so therapists must hold a Alaska-issued PT, OT, or SLP license to practice in the state.
How much do therapists make in Alaska?+
Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists in Alaska typically earn between $75,000 and $115,000 per year depending on specialty, setting, and experience. Travel therapy and home-health roles often pay at the top of that range, while school-based and outpatient roles for new grads start closer to the lower end. BCBAs typically earn $70,000–$95,000.
Are there travel therapy jobs available in Alaska?+
Yes — travel PT, OT, and SLP contracts are widely available in Alaska, especially in skilled nursing, home health, and school settings. Weekly pay packages typically range from $1,700 to $2,800+ including stipends, with 13-week assignments at facilities across the state.
Are there therapy jobs in Alaska for new grads or therapists with no experience?+
Yes. Many outpatient clinics, school districts, and skilled nursing facilities in Alaska hire new-grad PTs, OTs, and SLPs and offer mentorship programs. Entry-level ABA roles (RBT, BCaBA) with on-the-job training are also widely available statewide.
How many active therapy jobs are listed in Alaska?+
There are currently 73 active therapy jobs in Alaska, updated daily across PT, OT, SLP, ABA, mental health, school-based, home health, and travel roles.