Perm Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Attention! New grads are welcome to apply!

Location: Kennebunk, Maine
Compensation: $26–$30 per hour
Schedule: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday | Weekend rotation
Setting: Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Outpatient Rehabilitation | 62 beds

New graduates are welcome and will receive compensation based on their qualifications and experience.

Overview

Looking for a PTA opportunity where your work can have a meaningful impact on patients navigating complex neurological conditions? Join a 62-bed rehabilitation community in Kennebunk specializing in Post-Acute Brain Injury (ABI) and Stroke Rehabilitation .

This facility provides Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, giving clinicians the opportunity to work with patients across different stages of recovery. The team is passionate about clinical excellence and takes a thoughtful, individualized approach to helping patients regain mobility, independence, and confidence.

The facility is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and provides access to adaptive sports equipment and Recreational Therapy services, creating an engaging environment that extends rehabilitation beyond traditional treatment.

Why Join This Team?

• Competitive hourly compensation

• Full-time, 40-hour Monday–Friday schedule

• Weekend rotation

• Specialized focus on brain injury and stroke rehabilitation

• Opportunity to work across Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, and Outpatient Rehabilitation

• Paid training toward Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) certification

• Clinical mentoring for clinicians beginning their careers or developing experience in neurorehabilitation

• Access to adaptive sports equipment and Recreational Therapy services

• CARF-accredited rehabilitation environment

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team focused on clinical excellence

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist

• Implement individualized treatment plans designed to improve strength, balance, mobility, coordination, and functional independence

• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfers, functional mobility, and other rehabilitation activities

• Support patients recovering from brain injuries, strokes, and other neurological or medical conditions

• Monitor patient responses to treatment and communicate progress or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist

• Document treatments and patient progress accurately and in a timely manner

• Encourage patients throughout the rehabilitation process while promoting safety and independence

• Collaborate with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, nursing staff, and other members of the care team

• Educate patients and caregivers on safe mobility techniques and strategies that support continued progress

• Maintain a compassionate, patient-centered approach in every interaction

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

• Current PTA license or eligibility for licensure in Maine

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

• Interest in neurological rehabilitation and helping patients achieve meaningful functional goals

• Commitment to safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care

• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Kennebunk?

Kennebunk offers the charm of coastal Maine with a welcoming community, beautiful scenery, and easy access to outdoor recreation. It’s a great setting for a clinician who wants a rewarding career while enjoying the character and natural beauty of southern Maine.

Join the Team

If you’re looking to grow as a PTA while developing specialized experience in neurorehabilitation, this is an opportunity to build your clinical skills, receive meaningful mentorship, and make a real difference in patients’ lives.