State Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy Board

Board Members

The Board of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy consists of seven members appointed by the Governor: Three licensed physical therapists or two physical therapists and a physical therapist assistant; three licensed occupational therapists or two occupational therapists and one occupational therapy assistant; and one public member with no direct financial interest in the health care industry. Members are appointed for staggered terms of four years. Members serve until they are replaced or resign.

View Board Roster

For information about becoming a board member, visit the Governor’s Boards and Commissions web page.

The Department of Law website provides the Executive Branch Ethics. All Board members should be familiar with the executive branch ethics and are asked to complete the Self-Guided Ethics training power point presentation.

Board Meetings

The Board meets a minimum of two times a year and offers a public comment period at each meeting. The Board has formed four (4) standing committees to put the skills and talents of your board members to the best possible use. Board meetings are posted on the State’s Online Public Notice System.

1. Scope of Practices Committee – Purpose: to formulate a cohesive and comprehensive scope of practice for physical and occupational therapists in Alaska and to thoroughly assess referred board correspondence related to the scope of practice, integrating current statutes and regulations to offer informed recommendations to the board.
2. Legislative Committee –Purpose: to monitor/address any pending legislation concerning physical therapy and occupational therapy and report to the board.
3. Regulations Committee – Purpose: to anticipate any regulation projects for pending legislation concerning physical and occupational therapy and address all regulations projects adopted by the board.
4. Continuing Competency/Education – Purpose: to review the continuing professional practice and alternatives requirements and continuing education requirements for physical therapy and occupational therapy and make suggestions for modernization to the board.