Physical Therapist- Pediatrics

Bridgton Hospital; Bridgton (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Bridgton Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist (Pediatrics) to join our outpatient rehabilitation team in Bridgton, Maine. This role welcomes new graduates and encourages experienced therapists to apply, offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a competitive hourly pay range.

The position is full-time, with Monday–Thursday shifts on 4–10 hour days. You will work in a hospital-based outpatient setting, delivering one-on-one patient care and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to promote

Qualifications

• Pediatrics-focused physical therapy knowledge.
• Strong assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Experience with EMR documentation and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and create individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training, and functional rehab.
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and expectations.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain accurate EMR and comply with standards.

Skills

Pediatrics

Clinical assessment

EMR documentation

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount

$10,000

Overview

Title: Physical Therapist
Specialty: Pediatrics
New Graduate Physical Therapists Welcome! Experienced PTs Encouraged to Apply.
Pay: $40.00–$50.01/hour
Bridgton, Maine
Full-Time | Monday–Thursday | 4 - 10Hour Day Shifts

Why Join Our Team?

• Hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation
• One-on-one patient care—no double booking or dovetailing
• Therapist-driven scheduling with clinical autonomy
• Integrated EMR across Central Maine Healthcare
• Supportive mentorship for new graduates
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth
• Collaborative rehabilitation team focused on exceptional patient outcomes

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist I delivers evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation services to restore function, improve mobility, reduce pain, and maximize independence. You'll collaborate with physicians and an interdisciplinary care team to develop individualized treatment plans that help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait training, mobility, and functional rehabilitation.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.
• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and comply with hospital and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/ Masters/ Doctorate/Certificate degree in Physical Therapy
• Current state Physical Therapy license
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Bridgton Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $40 .00 to $ 50.01 per hour. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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