Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Lewiston, ME where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program recognized by the APTA.
- Active Maine Physical Therapist license is required to start the assignment.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience providing physical therapy services in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting is required. This includes evaluations, establishment of therapeutic plans of care, and treatment per department protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to perform evaluative and therapeutic procedures under physician or licensed practitioner orders, including setting short- and long-term goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in high-stress situations.
- Client requests therapists who can work within a skilled nursing/long-term care rehabilitation program and partner with nursing staff to maximize patient functional independence. This is a required staffing preference from the client.
- Preferred: prior experience with d'Youville-style skilled nursing populations or familiarity with long-term care rehab documentation systems. Preferred items are not required.
Assignment Details
- Facility Type: Hospital (services focused within a skilled nursing / long-term care rehabilitation pavilion).
- Shift Name: Flex Shifts.
- Shift Details: Varied.
- Assignment Duration: 13 week assignment.
Location Highlights.
Lewiston, ME offers access to both urban amenities and nearby outdoor recreation. The city is adjacent to Auburn and is approximately 35 miles from Portland, providing regional transit options and an urban-suburban lifestyle. Lewiston is within about 50 miles of coastal communities such as Bath and Brunswick, offering access to waterfronts and coastal dining. The area is about a one-hour drive to the White Mountain National Forest and within two hours of Acadia National Park, providing hiking, mountain biking, and scenic drives for an adventurous lifestyle. Local features include the Androscoggin River waterfront and Bates College campus, with arts venues, riverwalk access, and community festivals that support a cultural and quiet suburban living fit. Commuting within the Lewiston-Auburn area is typically under 30 minutes across most neighborhoods, supporting a balanced work-life routine.
Benefits Designed for Travelers
We deeply value your commitment to patient care. A recruiter will provide full benefit details. Benefits may include health coverage options, 401k opportunities, paid housing options, travel and license reimbursement, and 24/7 recruiter support.
Impacting Patient Care Nationwide
Join as a travel Physical Therapist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional growth while working in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. Opportunities include travel and contract options with support for licensure and onboarding.
EEO Statement
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 are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all caregivers.
