Physical Therapy Assistant / PTA - Outpatient

Overview:

A full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position is available in our outpatient department within a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility in Kittery, ME.

Durgin Pines is a beautiful 5-star skilled nursing facility located in a quiet coastal neighborhood in Southern Maine on acres of private wooden property. Centrally located to downtown Portsmouth, coastal beaches, Kittery Outlets, many eateries, and close to the highway for easy commuting. There is a large gym space that has been recently renovated and services include both inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient services. We have an onsite preschool that is available to staff, in which the students interact regularly with the residents during activities to create a unique community environment. The facility hosts a variety of community wide events throughout the year including holiday parades, proms, craft fairs, trunk or treats, and volunteer opportunities for those who want to be a part of the fun. Come join our team and our community!

We offer competitive rates and great benefits:

• Up to 5 weeks of paid time off to start and up to 6 weeks of PTO after 5 years of employment
• Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ Rx plan/ H.S.A
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Continuing Education program
• 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match (available to per-diem employees)
• Flexible schedules to promote a balance between career and personal life
• Mentor programs for therapists interested in growing their skills or management opportunities.

You may have already heard that Preferred Therapy Solutions is different from other therapy companies. Let us tell you why we are a step above the rest.

Excellence. Stability. Integrity.

• We are owned and operated by therapists.
• We focus on appropriate and ethical patient care.
• Members of our management team have worked in the very position you are interested in.
• We understand what therapists need to be successful.
• We know that a healthy balance between work and family is important, so we offer a very generous paid time off package for full and part-time employees.
• We know that continuing your education is important, so we have a great education department to help you stay up to date.

The success of our residents relies on the success of our therapists. We know that providing the highest quality care brings the highest outcome for our residents. After all, we are all in this to help those we treat reach their highest level of independence. Come join our team and be part of our success!

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

The qualified candidate will:

• Provide skilled physical therapy care to address pain, functional limitations, and strength based deficits in an outpatient setting.
• Have adult outpatient experience with a focus on orthopedic conditions and geriatric rehabilitation.
• Possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or be license eligible to practice in the state employed
• Demonstrate strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and have experience with electronic documentation
• Demonstrate good attention to detail and timeliness with documentation
• Work well with others in a team setting
• Be flexible with hours.