Home Health Physical Therapist
Ellsworth, ME
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Physical Therapist for a home health assignment in Aroostook County, ME, requiring at least 1 year of PT experience and a valid ME or compact license.

Details

• Home health setting based out of a home health office in Presque Isle, ME, covering Aroostook County
• Daily travel of 50–100 miles expected to visit patients throughout the county
• Primary patient population is adults, with rare cases involving school-aged children
• Common diagnoses include post-orthopedic surgery, post-surgical recovery, fall risk, deconditioning, and mobility impairments
• Caseload of 20–25 patients per PT
• EMR: Netsmart
• Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility for four 10-hour shifts
• Weekend rotation required approximately once every 4–6 weeks (Saturday and Sunday)
• No on-call requirements
• 40 hours per week

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of PT experience required; home health experience preferred but other PT backgrounds will be considered
• ME state license or compact license required; license required if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy required
• Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance required
• Experience treating post-surgical, fall risk, deconditioned, and mobility-impaired patients required
• Full SSN required for consideration
• 2 references within the past year required for consideration, with at least one from a supervisor, manager, director, or charge nurse (peer references not accepted)
• Copies of all certifications required for consideration
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers will be considered with the right experience
• Candidates must have a permanent address 100+ miles south/southwest of Bangor, ME; candidates living 100+ miles north will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
• Candidates who have previously worked at any Northern Light Health Hospital in a permanent capacity are not eligible
• Holiday coverage is expected; approximately 50% of major and minor holidays falling within the contract period
• All RTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration and go through the manager for approval
• Support structure includes a scheduler, PT leads, and a team leader available by phone
• Orientation is 1–2 weeks
• Flu vaccination is required for clearance to start
• Business casual attire or solid-colored scrubs are acceptable
• Manager interviews are required