Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Position Overview

Seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for an outpatient assignment in Norway, ME. The therapist will evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide discipline-specific delegation and direction, and document care in compliance with regulatory and clinic standards. Responsibilities include patient and family education, participation in student training as assigned, professional development, and adherence to safety and quality initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Maine Physical Therapy license required to start the assignment.
• Current BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Outpatient physical therapy experience preferred, including evaluation, plan of care development, goal writing, and functional outcome assessment.
• Experience with documentation, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with payer and clinic requirements.
• Familiarity with safe patient handling and equipment use, infection control, and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to supervise or mentor students and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in outpatient clinic settings with varied caseloads including orthopedics and post-operative patients.
• Prior involvement in performance improvement initiatives and comfort using clinical management tools for professional development.

Assignment Details

• Schedule follows a 5x8 format.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package available beginning day one.
• Medical benefits and retirement plan options.
• Access to recruiter support 24/7.
• Referral bonuses and assistance with travel and license reimbursement.
• Housing assistance may be available.

Impacting Patient Care

The Physical Therapist will contribute to patient-centered care focused on functional outcomes and safe return to community activities. The role supports organizational quality and safety priorities, including safe patient handling, infection control, and performance improvement. Documentation and care delivery must comply with physician orders, payer authorization, and state and federal regulations.

Location Highlights

Norway, ME offers access to outdoor recreation and small-town amenities within easy drives to regional attractions. Scenic opportunities include nearby Range Ponds State Park and Lake Pennesseewassee within minutes for boating and fishing, and Shawnee Peak ski area approximately 25 miles away for winter recreation. The area provides a suburban to rural lifestyle with local cultural sites such as the Norway Historical Society and convenient commutes to larger centers like Auburn and Lewiston in about 20–30 minutes. Travel options include regional highways connecting to Portland and the Maine coast for weekend exploration.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.