See Open Roles and Help Us Redefine Care for Runners
At Steady State Health, we’re not just physical therapists—we’re runners, educators, and coaches committed to helping people thrive. We’re looking for teammates who are passionate about movement, energized by growth, and excited to be part of a tight-knit, mission-driven team.
Steady State is a cash-based Performance Physical Therapy practice in Portland, ME, focused on providing the best healthcare experience for runners and active individuals.
We don’t accept health insurance, allowing us to offer personalized, one-on-one care in 60-minute sessions—focusing on what’s best for each individual’s unique needs.
In addition to manual therapy and exercise progression, we emphasize evidence-based strategies for recovery, including education on training principles, sleep, fueling, stress management, and injury prevention. Our holistic approach ensures that clients not only recover from pain but also build lasting, sustainable health and performance.
At Steady State, we aim to help clients reach 100% recovery and beyond, guiding them through injury prevention and preparing them for a lifetime of activity—including a spontaneous run, a hike, or a weekend race.
Our mission is to help active individuals create lasting, positive health changes with sustainable solutions that unlock new levels of performance and quality of life, enabling them to do more with their bodies than they ever thought possible.
Steady State’s vision is to:
• Be the go-to provider for runners and active individuals.
• Rehab musculoskeletal conditions to 100% and beyond, addressing performance goals through injury prevention, coaching, and recovery strategies.
• Offer the most individualized care with no cookie-cutter approaches.
Steady State is also a place where:
• Employees feel fulfilled, excited to come to work, and have the opportunity to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact on clients’ lives.
• The active community gathers to learn, grow, and support each other.
• Everyone values expertise, care, and attention to detail in every interaction, whether with clients, staff, or the community.
Check out Our Story to learn more about our history!
We're Hiring Physical Therapists!
Come join Steady State on our mission to be the go-to running rehab and coaching clinic in New England & across the US.
Who We're Looking For:
A runner who gets it
Competitive runners or those who've completed 1 marathon/ultra or several half-marathons. This ensures you can relate to and support the runners we help.
Someone who truly cares about runners
Our clients tell us all the time how much they appreciate the personal attention and care we provide. "The level of detail and attention is like NO other PT experience out there." - Client
Strong orthopedic skills
While most injuries we see are running-related, our clients face a wide range of challenges. Orthopedic expertise is the foundation for specializing in running injuries.
A growth mindset
We're a performance-based clinic that values growth in every aspect of life. We support our team's personal and professional goals through mentorship and collaboration.
Great communication
Education is at the heart of what we do. Clear communication with clients and teammates is key to achieving great outcomes.
A team player
We believe in shared success. If you strive for growth and collaboration, this is the place for you.
Who This Role Might NOT Be For:
Minimal running experience
We're looking for PTs who are passionate about running. You'll spend your days talking about running - it's important you love it as much as we do.
Someone just looking to leave in-network PT
We're looking for PTs excited about our mission & vision.
Someone expecting 6-7 patients per day to be a light workload
We dive deep with our clients to address their biggest challenges. It's rewarding, but it requires focus and dedication.
We're also seeking a PT with experience with (or a strong interest in learning) pelvic health. We provide lots of mentorship (weekly 1-hour 1-1s) after the initial 3 month intensive training, for both pelvic and non-pelvic PTs.
We believe that great care starts with a great team. At Steady State, you’ll be supported not just as a clinician—but as a whole person.
Here’s what you can expect when you join us:
•Flexible, Runner-Friendly Schedule – We support your training, family time, and outside pursuits with thoughtful scheduling and a strong team-first culture.
•1-on-1, Hourlong Sessions – No double-booking. No chasing productivity metrics. Just quality time with each client.
•Mentorship + Collaboration – Weekly team meetings, case reviews, and mentorship that’s tailored to where you are in your career.
•Work That Moves You – Whether you’re guiding a runner back to the marathon or helping a new mom return to strength postpartum, the work you do here matters—and you’ll see it firsthand.
•Growth Opportunities – We support continuing education, host community events and workshops, and encourage you to explore new areas of expertise.
•A Team That Gets It – We’re runners, parents, trail athletes, coaches, lifters—and we show up for each other on and off the job.
Benefits & Perks
• Health Insurance Stipend – $500/month
•401(k)
• Continuing Education Budget – $1,000/year - plus Dry Needling Certification if not already certified
• Running Race Entry Stipend – $250/year
•PTO + Paid Holidays
• Opportunities to Teach, Lead Workshops, and Grow Your Brand within the running and rehab community
Whether you’re early in your career or looking for a setting that better aligns with your values, we want this to be a place where you can stay and grow.
Are you a PT who lights up when talking about running, training load, or strength progressions? We’re looking for someone who can blend clinical skill with coaching instincts—someone who wants to help runners fully recover and build lasting durability. Our ideal candidate is a strong communicator, coachable, and excited to work in a collaborative, high-autonomy environment.
This role is perfect for a PT who wants to bring expert, evidence-based care to a population often underserved by conventional systems. You’ll work closely with runners, active moms, and motivated clients who want to move better through every season of life. Training available for the right candidate.
If this feels like the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Whether you’re early in your career or looking for a place that aligns better with your values, Steady State is built to help you grow—and make a real impact doing it.
or reach out directly with questions—we’re always up for a conversation. Email kelton@steadystatehealth.com
The in-person Steady State team as of 2024!
The entryway & front desk at Steady State.
The start of the Back Cove Backyard Ultra in Portland, Maine. We co-host this event with the Runaways Run Club every July!
We are first & foremost a clinic focused on client education. We strive to help our clients become empowered in their life, rather than reliant on someone to 'fix' them.
But we still provide hands-on treatment for our runners when desired, recognizing that it can help them keep niggles at bay!
.jpg?width=2000&height=1333&name=mountain%20runners%20chocorua%20(Kelton).jpg "Kelton running the Chocorua Mountain Race.")
