Physical Therapy Technician Jobs in Maine

Maine PT Tech Job Market

Maine offers exceptional opportunities for Physical Therapy Technicians, with salaries -5% vs national vs the national average and access to top rehabilitation facilities.

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Strong Demand

350+ PT Tech positions open annually across Maine. Population density (highest in US) drives consistent healthcare demand.

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Premium Pay

$33,680 average salary, -5% vs national vs national. Metro Maine pays even higher—up to $43,800 at top facilities.

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Elite Facilities

Home to MaineHealth and other leading healthcare facilities across Maine.

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Career Growth

Major employers offer tuition reimbursement for PT Techs pursuing PTA degrees. Clear advancement pathways available.

What Physical Therapy Technicians Do

PT Techs work under the direct supervision of licensed Physical Therapists, providing essential support for patient care and clinic operations.

✓ Daily PT Tech Responsibilities

● Patient Exercise Assistance: Guide patients through therapeutic exercises prescribed by the PT, ensuring proper form and safety
● Treatment Preparation: Set up treatment areas, prepare equipment, apply hot/cold packs, and ready modalities like ultrasound
● Patient Transfers: Assist patients with mobility, transfers between surfaces, and safe ambulation with devices
● Equipment Maintenance: Clean, sanitize, and maintain therapy equipment; report any malfunctions
● Documentation Support: Record patient attendance, exercise completion, and observations for PT review
● Patient Transport: Escort patients to and from treatment areas; assist with wheelchairs and walkers

🏥 Work Settings in Maine

● Outpatient PT Clinics: Most common setting—New England Rehabilitation Hospital alone has 100+ ME locations. Regular hours, diverse patient cases.
● Inpatient Rehabilitation: MaineHealth and hospital rehab units. Complex cases including stroke, TBI, spinal cord injuries.
● Hospital PT Departments: Acute care settings at major systems like Hackensack Meridian and MaineGeneral Health.
● Skilled Nursing Facilities: Post-acute rehabilitation for elderly patients. Consistent schedules, growing demand.
● Sports Medicine: Athletic training facilities, sports PT clinics. Work with athletes at all levels.
● Home Health: Travel to patient homes. Higher pay, mileage reimbursement, flexible scheduling.

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PT Tech vs. Other Healthcare Roles

Physical Therapy Technicians focus specifically on PT support tasks. PT Techs do not perform clinical tasks like blood draws, EKGs, medication administration, or wound care—those are performed by nurses, PCTs, or medical assistants. PT Techs work exclusively within the physical therapy department under PT supervision.

Top PT Tech Employers in Maine

Maine's largest health systems and rehabilitation facilities are actively hiring PT Techs. These employers offer competitive pay, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

MaineHealth

Maine's Largest

Portland

State's largest system

207-661-7001 View Jobs →

Northern Light Health

Healthcare Leader

Bangor/Statewide

Northern/Eastern Maine

207-973-7000 View Jobs →

MaineGeneral Health

Regional Provider

Augusta

Capital region

207-626-1000 View Jobs →

New England Rehabilitation Hospital

Rehab Leader

Portland

Inpatient rehab specialty

207-775-4000 View Jobs →

Central Maine Medical Center

Established Provider

Lewiston

Androscoggin Valley

207-795-0111 View Jobs →

MaineHealth

Rural Maine

Rural areas

Maine's largest health system

207-661-0111 View Jobs →

PT Tech Salaries Across Maine

Salaries vary across Maine regions. Metro Maine typically pays highest, while Rural Maine offers different cost-of-living dynamics.

Metro Maine

Major metro areas

$38K-$42K

Highest wages, urban centers

Suburban Maine

Suburban counties

$33K-$38K

Balanced cost/salary

Central Maine

Central regions

$30K-$35K

Growing healthcare sector

Rural Maine

Rural areas

$28K-$31K

Lower COL, community focus

Pro Tip: While Metro Maine pays highest, Rural Maine's lower housing costs often result in similar take-home purchasing power. Consider total compensation including benefits, commute time, and quality of life.

How to Land a PT Tech Job in Maine

Follow these proven strategies to stand out in Maine's competitive PT Tech job market.

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1. Get Certified

Complete PT Tech training and earn your CPR/BLS certification. AMCA certification significantly improves your competitiveness, especially at top facilities like MaineHealth.

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2. Target Top Employers

Apply directly to major health systems. MaineHealth, Northern Light Health, and MaineGeneral Health have dedicated PT department hiring. Check their career pages regularly.

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3. Network Locally

Attend ME Physical Therapy Association events. Connect with PTs during your externship. Many PT Tech positions are filled through referrals before being posted publicly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do Physical Therapy Technicians do on the job in Maine?

PT Techs in Maine prepare treatment areas and equipment, assist patients with therapeutic exercises under PT supervision, help with patient transfers and mobility, apply hot/cold packs, set up treatment modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation, transport patients, maintain equipment, and document patient progress. They work under the direct supervision of licensed Physical Therapists.

Which employers hire the most PT Techs in Maine?

Major PT Tech employers in Maine include MaineHealth (#4 ranked nationally), Northern Light Health (ME's largest system), MaineGeneral Health, New England Rehabilitation Hospital (largest private PT practice in tristate), Central Maine Medical Center, and MaineHealth. Hospital systems, outpatient PT clinics, and rehabilitation centers are the primary employers.

How much do PT Techs earn in Maine?

Physical Therapy Technicians in Maine earn an average of $33,680 per year (-5% vs national). Entry-level positions start around $23,900, experienced PT Techs earn $39,100+, and top earners at leading facilities can reach $43,800+. Metro Maine generally pays highest in the state.

What settings do PT Techs work in?

Maine PT Techs work in outpatient physical therapy clinics, hospital rehabilitation departments, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, sports medicine centers, home health agencies, and specialty practices like pediatric or neurological PT. Outpatient clinics are the most common setting, followed by hospital-based positions.

Do I need certification to get a PT Tech job in Maine?

Maine does not require state licensure for PT Techs—you work under PT supervision. However, employers strongly prefer candidates with formal training and CPR/BLS certification. AMCA certification demonstrates competency and significantly improves job prospects, especially at competitive employers like MaineHealth and major health systems.