<p>A long-term care facility in Laconia, New Hampshire is seeking a permanent, full-time Physical Therapist to join its interdisciplinary clinical team. This is a direct-hire position offering a consistent daytime schedule, a competitive hourly rate, and the stability of a dedicated long-term care environment. Laconia sits in the heart of New Hampshire's Lakes Region — an area that draws clinicians who value outdoor recreation, low cost of living, and a strong sense of community.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay rate of $40.00 – $43.00, commensurate with experience</li> <li>Permanent direct-hire employment — not a contract or travel position</li> <li>Consistent daytime schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Long-term care facility setting with a focus on functional restoration, mobility, and quality of life</li> <li>Evaluate and treat patients to improve mobility, strength, and overall physical function</li> <li>Develop and implement individualized, goal-directed care plans tailored to each patient's needs</li> <li>Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes</li> <li>Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment plans</li> <li>Stable patient population with opportunity to build meaningful, longitudinal therapeutic relationships</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active Physical Therapist (PT) license in New Hampshire, or eligibility to obtain licensure</li> <li>Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent)</li> <li>Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach to care</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Laconia is the largest city in New Hampshire's Lakes Region, situated among Lake Winnipesaukee, Lake Winnisquam, and several other surrounding lakes — making it a year-round destination for boating, fishing, hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation. The area offers a low cost of living relative to much of New England, well-regarded public schools, and a welcoming small-city atmosphere, while remaining within comfortable driving distance of Manchester, Concord, and the greater Boston metro area.</p>