Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Maine
Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Maine are concentrated in Portland, Bangor, and Lewiston-Auburn, where outpatient orthopedic clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and hospital-based rehabilitation units generate the steadiest demand. Major employers with lasting hiring presence in the state include MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and Genesis Healthcare, each operating rehabilitation programs across multiple Maine locations. Geriatric rehab, orthopedic recovery, and neurological rehabilitation are the most consistently requested specialties for this role in Maine. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join our established rehab team and make a meaningful impact while working in a beautiful senior living community offering a full continuum of care.
- Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN Opportunities
- Competitive Hourly Pay!
- Long-Term Care & Skilled Nursing Setting
- Flexible Scheduling & Strong Work-Life Balance
- Established and Supportive Rehab Team
- Resident-Centered Environment Focused on Quality Patient Care
- Opportunity to Build Strong Relationships with Residents and Help Them Maintain Their Independence
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities:- Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.
- Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
- Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Join our established rehab team and make a meaningful impact while working in a beautiful senior living community offering a full continuum of care.
- Full-Time, Part-Time & PRN Opportunities
- Competitive Hourly Pay!
- Long-Term Care & Skilled Nursing Setting
- Flexible Scheduling & Strong Work-Life Balance
- Established and Supportive Rehab Team
- Resident-Centered Environment Focused on Quality Patient Care
- Opportunity to Build Strong Relationships with Residents and Help Them Maintain Their Independence
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities:- Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.
- Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
- Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapist assistant jobs across Maine.
- Active physical therapist assistant license issued by the Maine Board of Physical Therapy
- Associate degree in physical therapist assistant from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
- Demonstrated clinical experience in orthopedic, geriatric, or neurological rehabilitation settings
- Ability to document patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems
- Strong communication skills for coordinating care with supervising physical therapists and interdisciplinary teams
Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapist assistant in Maine?
You must earn an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist assistant program, then pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Maine Board of Physical Therapy, which requires proof of education, exam results, and a completed application. Maine does not participate in the PTA Licensure Compact, so you must hold an active Maine-issued license to practice in the state.
How much do physical therapist assistants make in Maine?
Physical therapist assistants in Maine earn a median of about $66,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $53,440 for the lowest 10% to over $80,530 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire physical therapist assistants in Maine?
Companies currently hiring physical therapist assistants in Maine include HiredFirst, HealthPRO Heritage, and Northern Light Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maine's largest rehabilitation employers tend to be integrated health systems and long-term care networks operating clinics and skilled nursing facilities across both urban centers and rural communities.
Which Maine cities have the most physical therapist assistant jobs?
Calais, Houlton, and Bridgton lead Maine for physical therapist assistant openings. Portland anchors the market as the state's largest city and home to MaineHealth's flagship rehabilitation programs, while Bangor and Lewiston-Auburn support strong demand through Northern Light Health campuses and the dense concentration of skilled nursing and outpatient orthopedic facilities serving those regional populations.
How can I get hired as a physical therapist assistant in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate positions at MaineHealth or Northern Light Health, both of which regularly onboard newly licensed PTAs alongside more experienced staff in their rehabilitation departments. Working as a physical therapy aide or rehab technician at a skilled nursing facility or outpatient clinic first is a common way to build familiarity with patient populations before obtaining licensure. Completing your clinical rotations at a Maine facility and converting that relationship into a job offer is the single strongest advantage a new graduate can hold.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapist assistant jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to physical therapist assistant jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and setting, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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