Physical Therapist & Physical Therapist Assistant
Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus for Physical Therapist Assistant and up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time Physical Therapist!
Position Summary:
The Physical Therapist performs physical therapy evaluations, develops plans and carries out treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; helps patients reach their maximum performance, in accordance with the Plan of Care prescribed by the physician. Provides all aspects of care based on standards established by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in an accredited Physical Therapy program.
License/Certifications: Active Physical Therapist license required. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.
Experience: Prior experience working in a hospital, nursing home or outpatient Physical Therapy Department is preferred.
Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation and terminology requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff
Ability to maintain professional manner even under stressful situations
Proficient computer skills
Position Summary:
The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments to patients, working under the direction of and as assistant to the Physical Therapist. This position is primarily outpatient with coverage only for inpatient.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
License/Certifications: Must be licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Current. BCLS required.
Experience: Prior experience working in a hospital, nursing home or outpatient Physical Therapy Department is preferred.
Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation and terminology requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other members of the healthcare team
Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination
Ability to respond the changing workload based on patient census and to direct, supervise and evaluate care in order to individualize therapy care provided to patients
Ability to maintain professional manner even under stressful situations
Proficient computer skills
Additional Information
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.