Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a home health position in Aroostook County, ME, requiring at least one year of experience and a ME or compact license.

Details

• Home health position serving adults with occasional school-aged children
• Patient caseload is approximately 20-25 per physical therapist
• Common diagnoses include post-orthopedic surgeries, general post-surgery recovery, fall risks, deconditioning, and mobility issues
• Role covers Aroostook County with potential travel of 50-100 miles per day
• Schedules are variable, typically Monday through Friday from 0800-1700, with possible option for 4x10 hour shifts
• Weekend rotation required every 4-6 weeks, covering both Saturday and Sunday
• Expected to work 50% of major and minor holidays covered during contract period
• No on-call requirement
• Uses Netsmart EMR for documentation; experience preferred but not required
• 1-2 weeks of orientation provided upon start

Requirements

• Current ME state license or compact license required if applicable
• At least one year of experience as a physical therapist
• BLS certification required
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy
• Valid driver’s license, reliable car, and auto insurance required
• Experience with post-op orthopedic, deconditioning, fall risk, and mobility patients preferred
• Flu vaccination required for start dates of September 30, 2024 and later unless a medical exemption is approved
• References from at least one supervisor, manager, or director within the past year required
• Must not have held a permanent position at any Northern Light Health hospital
• Perm address must be at least 100 miles south or southwest of Bangor, ME

Additional Information

• Main responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of home health patients with a variety of rehabilitation needs
• Support available from department schedulers, leads, and management via phone
• First-time travelers are eligible with relevant experience
• Business casual attire or any solid-colored scrubs are acceptable
• Approval of requested time off is subject to manager discretion
• Medical exemptions for flu vaccine are reviewed and require at least two weeks for approval