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. This is an outpatient Physical Therapist role for the NCH system, primarily based at the Gorham outpatient clinic with a willingness to float to other facilities at least 2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with various diagnoses affecting physical function.
• Develop and implement therapeutic exercise and activity plans.
• Utilize modalities to enhance patient outcomes.
• Work at the Gorham outpatient clinic and float to other NCH facilities as needed.

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 North Country Healthcare (NCH)

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities: Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals and delivers integrated patient care through community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Onboarding

• All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation covers essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture.
• If Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.