Physical Therapist

Northcountryhomehealth Hospice; Gorham (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Gorham, NH is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients with various orthopedic and neurological conditions. Candidates must have a degree in Physical Therapy and hold a valid New Hampshire practice license. The role involves working at the Gorham outpatient clinic and floating to other facilities, requiring flexibility and a commitment to patient care. Competitive benefits and travel reimbursement are available.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an APTA accredited program.
• Must hold a current and valid Physical Therapy practice license from New Hampshire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Must float to other facilities as needed.

Skills

Evaluation and treatment of orthopedic and neurological conditions

Therapeutic exercise

Use of modalities

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary:

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. Outpatient Physical Therapist for the NCH system that would be working out of the Gorham outpatient clinic but would be willing to float to other facilities at least 2 days per week.

Essential Qualifications: Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program and hold minimally a Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Must hold a current and valid Physical Therapy practice license granted 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 which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.

Please Note: All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.

Additionally, if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.