Physical Therapist Assistant

at MaineHealth in Norway, Maine, United States

Job Description

Summary

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments to patients, working under direction of and as assistant to Physical Therapist. Primarily outpatient position with some inpatient float.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

License/Certifications: Must be licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Current BCLS required.

Experience: Prior experience working in a hospital, nursing home or outpatient Physical Therapy Department is preferred.

Knowledge of chart/medical record documentation and terminology requirements and federal/state laws related to release of health care information

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other members of the healthcare team

Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination

Ability to respond the changing workload based on patient census and to direct, supervise and evaluate care in order to individualize therapy care provided to patients

Ability to maintain professional manner even under stressful situations

Proficient computer skills
Additional Information

MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes!

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system at

At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.