Job Summary
Are you looking for a Physical Therapy position where quality resident care comes first, your clinical judgment is valued, and you can build meaningful relationships with the residents you serve?
Strafford County Long Term Care Facility is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist to join our highly respected in-house rehabilitation team. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a department known for its stability, collaboration, and commitment to excellence. The position became available following the retirement of a Physical Therapist who dedicated more than 20 years of service to our residents—reflecting the supportive environment and strong team culture that continue to make Strafford County a rewarding place to build a career.
Our therapy department provides skilled rehabilitation services while collaborating with nursing staff and restorative aides to maximize resident function and independence. We focus on quality outcomes, interdisciplinary teamwork, and resident-centered care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents abilities and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide skilled physical therapy interventions and participate in restorative programming to support resident function and quality of life.
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Social Services, Medical Providers, residents and families to promote optimal outcomes.
- Complete timely and compliant documentation, including comprehensive evaluations, progress notes, care plan development and discharge summaries.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate and participate in interdisciplinary care planning, team meetings and family conferences.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program, Bachelors degree or higher.
- Current State of New Hampshire Physical Therapy license.
- Experience in long-term care, geriatric rehabilitation or related settings with 5+years preferred.
- Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care.
Join the Strafford County Riverside Rest Home Family
At Riverside Rest Home, we are proud to offer a workplace where clinicians can focus on delivering exceptional care, developing meaningful relationships with residents, and building long-term careers.
If you are looking for a rewarding position with outstanding benefits, exceptional team support, and the opportunity to make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply.
Join a rehabilitation department with exceptional staff retention, supportive leadership, and a shared commitment to resident-centered care.
Why Choose Strafford County Riverside Rese Home
- In-house rehabilitation team
- New Hampshire Retirement System pension plan
- Outstanding health, dental and vision insurance with low deductibles
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Separate vacation and sick leave accrual
- Sick leave buy-back offered twice yearly
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Free $25,000 life insurance policy for employees working 20+ hours/week
- Short-term disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Complimentary employee meals
- Annual wage increases
- Longevity pay beginning after three years of service
- Supportive leadership team that values employee input and professional growth
Pay: $49.50 - $59.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Long term care: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
