At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS**

Central Maine Healthcare is pleased to inform you of the New Grad Physical Therapist career opportunity, joining our Outpatient Therapy team in Lewiston, Maine!

Position Summary: 

The Graduate Physical Therapist, under the supervision of a Staff Therapist and following the Maine State Board’s Law graduate physical therapist exemption, will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.

Fulfill your calling at Central Maine Healthcare to help keep patients healthier and happier so they can enjoy more of what life has to offer.

About the Position:

Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists. Reviews patients’ functional needs and adjusts care plans to ensure optimal patient outcomes in the following settings; outpatient and inpatient.

Designs and implements a plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of potential development and incorporates participation by significant others whenever it seems appropriate.

Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care.

Directs the assistance of support staff to achieve patients’ functional goals.

Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

Documents evaluations, treatment goals, and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains prescriptions and signatures.

Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature.

Why be a Physical Therapist at CMH?

Hospital Based Outpatient setting. 

EMR integrated with all Central Maine Healthcare providers

Weekday hours 7 to 5:30.

Individualized patient care. 

One-on-one sessions. 

No double booking, no dove tailing. 

Therapist driven schedule.

The Benefits of Joining Central Maine Healthcare?

Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Basic Life insurance at no cost

Supplemental Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans

Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance

Family leave program for Parental Leaves

Comprehensive Wellness Program

Education and Experience:

Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.

Eligibility for Licensure as a PT in the State of Maine and registered for PT Examination; license must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Current BCLS certification.

What It’s Like Working At CMH:

We are all about our team members growth and health. That why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members.

Living in Central Maine:

While not at work, our team members enjoy the endless opportunities for entertainment that Maine has to offer. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing, boating along the coast and hiking at a state or national park. Centrally located to several popular attractions, residents can embark on day trips to Boston, North Conway, New Hampshire and Boothbay Harbor. Maine is a wonderful place to raise a family, with safe communities and great public and private schools.

About Central Maine Healthcare

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.

**Internal team members who apply for a role that has a sign on bonus for external candidates, will not be eligible for the sign on bonus. Team members who have been gone from CMH for one year or more are eligible for a sign on bonus payment.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!