North Country Healthcare·Berlin, New Hampshire
The Staff Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with orthopedic, neurological, and complex-medical diagnoses to improve strength and function. The role involves utilizing therapeutic exercises and modalities while floating between various NCH facilities.
This position is eligible for a commencement bonus of $10,00.00, with 50% payable at or around the hire date and the remaining 50% payable after six (6) months of continuous employment.
The Staff Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients with orthopedic, neurological, complex-medical, and other diagnoses that affect a person’s strength, range of motion, endurance, and overall function. The Staff Physical Therapist will utilize therapeutic exercise, modalities, and activities to achieve the highest level of function possible. Outpatient Physical Therapist for the NCH system that would be working out of the Gorham outpatient clinic but would be willing to float to other facilities at least 2 days per week.
Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association accredited program and hold minimally a Bachelor’s degree, preferably a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy. Must hold a current and valid Physical Therapy practice license granted from the New Hampshire Office of Allied Health Professions.
North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.
All new hires are required to attend a mandatory three-day orientation at Weeks Medical Center in Lancaster, NH. This orientation provides essential training, compliance information, and an introduction to our organizational culture to ensure a smooth and successful transition into your role. Attendance on all three days is required for onboarding completion.
Additionally, if Weeks Medical Center is not your designated home base, you will be eligible for travel reimbursement in accordance with our standard travel policy.
Candidates must be graduates of an APTA accredited program with at least a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy. A current and valid Physical Therapy practice license from the New Hampshire Office of Allied Health Professions is required.
Market context
In New Hampshire, allied-health employers often look for Physical Therapist Assistants to support rehabilitation services in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and long-term care settings. These roles are competitive because candidates must meet accredited PTA education requirements and state licensure or eligibility, while also fitting schedules and care-team needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare to discuss hands-on patient care experience.
