Physical Therapist - Coves Edge

MaineHealth; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 83,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

Cove’s Edge, part of MaineHealth, is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, develop care plans, and deliver therapies to restore function and reduce pain. You will work within the Plan of Care prescribed by the provider, aligned with American Physical Therapy Association standards.

Qualifications include graduation from an APTA‑accredited PT program, current state licensure, and BLS certification with timely renewal. A driver's license may be required for home care assignments.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an APTA accredited Physical Therapist program required.
• License/Certifications: Current state license as a Physical Therapist; BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days.
• Experience: One year in hospital, long-term care, home care, school system, or outpatient PT preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements: Driver's license with vehicle as required for home care.

Responsibilities

• The Physical Therapist performs evaluations, develops plans, and carries out treatments to restore function and relieve pain.
• Helps patients reach maximum performance according to the Plan of Care and APTA standards.

Skills

BLS certification

Driver's license

Education

APTA-accredited Physical Therapist program

Job description

Description

Cove’s Edge

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 69802

(Eligible for $10,000 Sign on Bonus paid out in three installments, prorated for Part Time) Current MaineHealth employees not eligible for the sign on bonus. Must be separated from MaineHealth system for 6 months to be eligible.

Summary

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.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Graduate of an APTA accredited Physical Therapist program required.
• License/Certifications: 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. 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 experience working in a hospital, long-term care, home, school system, or outpatient Physical Therapy department preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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 $83,324.80to $112,736.00per year.

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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