Physical Therapist

About the role

The Physical Therapist role 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 provider. Provides all aspects of care based on standards established by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical therapy evaluations, develops treatment plans, and carries out treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part.
• Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Assesses patient progress and communicates with providers regarding treatment outcomes.
• Adheres to evidence-based practice guidelines and clinical protocols.
• Documents patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Graduate of an APTA accredited Physical Therapist program required.
• Current applicable state(s) temporary/permanent license as a Physical Therapist required or in compliance with the state practice act.
• Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
• One year of experience working in a hospital, long-term care, home, school system, or outpatient Physical Therapy department preferred.

Qualifications

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Skills

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Benefits

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.

Pay

The base range is $40.06 to $54.20 per hour. Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

Schedule

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.