Physical Therapist

About the Position

Serve as a Physical Therapist, located at Kittery, ME. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

• Provide physical therapy care in support of physical disabilities and neuro‑musculoskeletal dysfunctions in patients of all ages.
• Perform comprehensive neurological and musculoskeletal evaluations of patients referred to the department.
• Prepare treatment plans based upon physical and mental condition determined in consult.
• Instruct patients and their families on home programs to compliment treatment.
• Re‑evaluate patient’s level of function periodically to determine if treatment goals are being achieved.
• Document care provided in the patient’s automated health record.
• Order radiology studies and routine laboratory appointments as needed.

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment Physical Examination to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position is subject to a pre‑employment/placement screening, and random drug testing thereafter.
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
• This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.
• Must possess and maintain a current, active, valid and unrestricted Physical Therapist license from a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth territory, or jurisdiction in accordance with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) standards.
• The position requires the employee to be able to work evenings/nights, rotating shifts, extended hours, weekends, holidays, on‑call or other schedules common to hospital operations, on and occasional basis or on an emergency basis, when necessary.
• The position requires the employee to be credentialed through the Hospital Credentials Committee as a Physical Therapist in accordance with DHA and other applicable regulations and directives.