Physical Therapist - Gray Birch, Skilled Nursing Rehab (32hrs)
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
- Student loan help up to $21,600
How this pay compares
This posting states $36.40–$63.70 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Maine post a median of $49.11 an hour, the middle half $44.50–$53.76, across 14 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Maine earn a median of $47.94 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
MaineGeneral Medical Center Alfond Center for Health in Augusta reported 81 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 3,092,239 hours worked: 5.2 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 2 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Maine General Medical Center
Medicare gives Maine General Medical Center 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Maine's hospitals average 3.2). 83% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 54% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Maine hospitals by rating.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Medicare lists Maine General Medical Center as a non-profit hospital: the kind of employer PSLF counts (a government organization or a 501(c)(3) non-profit) for its own full-time staff, toward forgiveness of federal Direct Loans after 120 qualifying payments. The federal PSLF Help Tool confirms an employer by the EIN on your W-2. Every PSLF-eligible hospital hiring.
Licensed in another state?
Maine is not issuing PT Compact privileges yet, so a physical therapist or PT assistant licensed in another state needs a Maine license for this job. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Maine license, apply to the Maine Board of Examiners in Physical Therapy (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation) for a license by endorsement ($51, by its own page): what Maine asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Maine requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the Maine Board of Examiners in Physical Therapy (Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation).
- An applicant licensed in another state submits the endorsement application with its fees, official transcripts and passing PT exam scores sent directly to the board by the FSBPT, plus a license verification from every state where any professional license is or was held. A criminal history records check is part of every application.
- Staying active: The license renews annually on March 31; the renewal fee is $25.
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in Maine · Every state's rule
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About the job
Job Summary
MaineGeneral Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our skilled nursing rehabilitation team. This role offers a unique balance of autonomy, clinical collaboration, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults regaining their independence.
Whether you’re a seasoned therapist or a new graduate, you’ll find support, mentorship, and the chance to grow within a close-knit, mission-driven environment.
Job Description
$10,000 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 patients’ physical therapy needs
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions
- Document subjective, objective, and assessment findings and monitor progress toward goals
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, exercises, and equipment
- Collaborate on discharge planning and connect patients with ongoing supports and adaptive tools
- Supervise and delegate care to Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with licensure standards
- Work with a high degree of autonomy while being part of a supportive clinical team
What We’re Looking For
- Licensed (or eligible) Physical Therapist in the State of Maine
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Interest in working with older adults in a skilled nursing rehab setting
- Passion for helping others regain mobility, function, and confidence
- New grads are welcome and encouraged to apply!
Why Join MaineGeneral
- A schedule that supports work-life balance
- Student loan reimbursement up to $21,600 is available to help you invest in your future
- Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and cross-training
- A Therapy Clinical Ladder Program supporting professional growth and clinical Skill development.
- A collaborative, patient-centered rehab team that truly cares
- Robust benefits, wellness resources, and supportive leadership
Compensation Information:
$36.40 - $63.70 USD Hourly
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
32
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 .
From MaineGeneral Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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