Pediatric Physical Therapist

Job Summary:

MaineGeneral Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Physical Therapist to join our Pediatric Rehabilitation team. In this role, you’ll help children reach their fullest potential through individualized, evidence-based care in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Job Description:

$15,000 sign-on bonus potential for experienced Physical Therapists!

• Available to candidates with at least one year of experience
• Must commit to a minimum of 30 hours per week
• Not available to current MaineGeneral employees or former employees separated for less than one year

OR

**An early acceptance incentive of $4,000 awaits qualified new graduate Physical Therapists**

• Candidates are encouraged to apply at least 6 weeks before their graduation date; however, some exceptions may be made based on program needs and timing.
• Offer letters should be signed within 1 week of receipt.
• The incentive is paid in full in your first paycheck as a Physical Therapist.

What You’ll Do

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of pediatric patients to evaluate functional abilities and therapy needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Document subjective, objective, assessment findings, and patient progress clearly and accurately
• Educate and support patients and families/caregivers, promoting carryover of therapy goals into daily life
• Plan and assist with discharge from therapy services, including recommendations for adaptive equipment and community support programs
• Supervise and delegate care provided by Physical Therapy Assistants in accordance with state regulations and practice standards
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary pediatric care team to support coordinated, family-centered care

Some employees in this job may operate a motor vehicle to conduct MaineGeneral Health business.

What You’ll Need

• Current Physical Therapist license (or eligibility) in the state of Maine
• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Experience or strong interest in pediatric rehabilitation (new graduates encouraged to apply)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a family-centered approach to care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

What We Offer

• Student Loan Reimbursement up to $21,600 for eligible employees
• A supportive onboarding and orientation process
• A collaborative pediatric rehab team that values communication and shared problem-solving
• Ongoing learning, growth, and advancement opportunities within MaineGeneral Health
• A work environment focused on high-quality patient care and employee well-being

Why MaineGeneral?

At MaineGeneral Health, we believe exceptional care starts with taking care of our people. Our Pediatric Rehabilitation team is built on collaboration, compassion, and a shared commitment to helping children and families thrive. You’ll be part of a health system that values your expertise, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a meaningful impact every day.

Compensation Information:

$36.40 - $63.70

The salary range shown reflects the base salary for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and market considerations. We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package designed to recognize our caregivers and support them in delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Exempt:

Yes

Benefits:

Supporting all aspects of our employees’ wellness – physical, emotional and financial – is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.

Physical Wellness:

• We offer quality health, dental, and vision benefits and wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle and help manage health care costs.

• Employees have access to industry-leading leave for new parents.

• A generous earned time plan is offered to all employees - We believe employees need and deserve time away from work to observe holidays, be with family, go on vacation, or simply take care of themselves.

Emotional Wellness:

When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household.

Financial Wellness:

• Access the wages you’ve already earned before payday with Payactiv, giving you greater flexibility over your finances.

• Tuition Reimbursement is available to all employees to further develop skills and career.

• We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan.

• Three insurance plans are available to protect your family from the sudden loss of income in the event of your death, terminal illness or serious injury from accident.

• We offer both short-term and long-term disability insurance to replace a portion of your income if you become disabled and cannot work for a period of time.

Career Mobility:

Helping our employees develop their skills and grow their careers is critical to how we retain our talent and sustain our business. We do this by offering our teammates a variety of leadership-supported programs and learning and development resources for every stage of their professional development. We know that our employees are our most valuable resource – they’re how we grow our business and care for our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability  Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at (207) 861-3440 .