Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant (H)

MaineHealth; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to work under the direction of a Physical Therapist, assisting in the provision of physical therapy interventions for patients with impairments or functional changes due to injury or illness.

Candidates must graduate from an APTA-accredited PTA program, hold a current PTA license, and have or obtain BLS within 30 days; drivers license is required for Home Care roles.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current PTA license and BLS certification (or within 30 days).
• Driver's license with vehicle for home care positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Support patient assessments and progress documentation.

Skills

BLS certification

Active PTA license

Driver's license

Education

APTA-accredited PTA program

Job description

Summary

Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant role assists in the provision of physical therapy interventions to patients/clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes.

Description

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 80607

Summary

Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant role assists in the provision of physical therapy interventions to patients/clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Graduate of an APTA accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) temporary/permanent license as a Physical Therapy Assistant required or in compliance with the state practice act. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Positions in Home Care will require current valid Driver's License with vehicle available for work covered by liability insurance as specified by agency policy.
• Experience: One year of clinical experience preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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,

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $25.24to $34.16 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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Pursuant to Maine’s Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.