Physical Therapist (Full Time)

This position is eligible for a commencement bonus of $10,000.00, with 50% payable at or around the hire date and the remaining 50% payable after six (6) months of continuous employment.

About the role

The Staff Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients with orthopedic, neurological, complex-medical, and other diagnoses that affect a person’s strength, range of motion, endurance, and overall function. The Staff Physical Therapist will utilize therapeutic exercise, modalities, and activities to achieve the highest level of function possible. The position is based out of Littleton, NH with travel to surrounding areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, complex-medical, and other diagnoses
• Utilize therapeutic exercise, modalities, and activities to restore function
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

Requirements

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy; Master’s degree preferred
• Current and valid Physical Therapy practice license from the New Hampshire Office of Allied Health Professions

About NCHHHA

North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency (NCHHHA), based in Littleton, NH, serves residents of Coos and Grafton Counties. Compassionate, patient-focused services include:

• Home Care: Skilled observation and assessment, nursing care management, disease management, surgical aftercare, wound care, injections and IV therapy, maternal and baby health, pediatric care, rehabilitative services, and therapeutic assessment and rehabilitation planning specific to the home.
• Palliative Care: In-home consultation with a provider and/or Medical Social Worker, advanced care planning, symptom management recommendations, social and spiritual support, and bereavement and grief support.
• Hospice Care: Certified hospice nursing assessment, 24/7 clinical support, in-home provider visits for pain and symptom management, medical supplies, equipment, hospice medications, volunteer support and companionship, social and spiritual support, and bereavement and grief support.

A proud partner of North Country Healthcare (NCH), NCHHHA is a Medicare-certified, non-profit organization and a member agency of the Home Care Association of NH.

Benefits

• $10,000 commencement bonus (50% at hire, 50% after six months of continuous employment)
• Travel reimbursement in accordance with standard policy if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base

Schedule

All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.