Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,230 to $2,590 per week in Lewiston, ME

Physical Therapist
Location: Lewiston, ME
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $2,230 to $2,590 per week
Shift Information: Rotating
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 1/4/2027

About the Position

Location: Lewiston, ME
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Specialty: Physical Therapist
Shift: Varied
Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Start: 1/4/2027

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to join a skilled nursing / long-term care in Lewiston, ME and deliver high-quality rehabilitative care to a diverse patient population. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote functional recovery and improved quality of life. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your clinical expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' functional abilities, mobility, strength, and range of motion to establish baseline assessments
• Develop and implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans based on patient goals and clinical findings
• Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities to improve patient function and reduce pain
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and safe mobility techniques
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as clinically indicated
• Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, nurses, and other team members to coordinate patient care
• Participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions and appropriate follow-up care

Pay range: $2,484 to $2,599 per week.

Travel PT package: up to $2,599/week (36 hours) = $38/hour taxable + up to $1,231/week in travel reimbursements if eligible under IRS tax-home and expense rules.

Local package: $69/hour fully taxable ($2,484/week for 36 hours).

Overtime paid in accordance with applicable wage-and-hour laws and the assignment agreement. Actual compensation varies based on hours worked, assignment terms and travel reimbursement eligibility.

Requirements

• Active ME PT license
• BLS certification
• 3+ years of Physical Therapist experience
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent degree
• National Provider Identifier (NPI) number required