Physical Therapist

salary $49.34 per hour |

suitcaseFULL_TIME |

clock July 22nd, 2025

$15,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Why consider applying to Visiting Nurse Health Services of CT? Here are a few reasons:

  • Small territories and manageable caseloads and flexible schedules for a better work-life balance.
  • Front-loaded paid vacation time with 26 days offered if you work 40 hours a week, otherwise prorated based on hours worked.
  • Tuition reimbursement to help you continue your education and career growth. Eligible after 3 months of employment!
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Voluntary Benefits/STD and more
  • Free parking and discounts offered through Perk Spots at local retailers, restaurants, and childcare centers.

Join our team and enjoy these benefits while providing quality care to our patients. Apply now!

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in physical therapy from an APTA approved program.

Experience: One year of acute care experience. Additional experience in home health care preferred.

Certificate/License: Possession of a current license to practice as a physical therapist in the State of Connecticut.

General Summary of Duties: The provision of physical therapy to patients in their homes under written orders from qualified physicians according to established Agency policies and procedures.

Typical Physical Demands: Requires full range of body motion. Requires ability to perform heavy work. Requires balance skills. Requires ability to ascend/descend stairs. Requires ability to perform floor-to-stand transfers. Requires ability to kneel and sit for extended periods. Requires ability to lift, transfer, and perform gait training on all surfaces with patients. Requires ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions. Requires limited exposure to communicable diseases.

Typical Work Conditions: Work is performed in patients' homes and in an office environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Requirements:

  • Knowledge of current APTA guidelines and standards. Knowledge of Agency policy, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care.
  • Knowledge of current modalities and medical equipment relevant to patient care. Skill in identifying patient problems and recommending solutions.
  • Skill in documentation in clinical records. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients/families, physicians, co-workers, and the community. Ability to communicate clearly.
  • Possesses adequate transportation to carry out job requirements. Must show proof of satisfactory automobile insurance with minimum coverage to be determined by Agency policy when using automobile for transportation. Possession of an individual malpractice insurance policy. Willingness to provide service in any part of agency geographic area, according to agency need.

#LPECHN

Subscribe for Latest Jobs

Get job updates directly to your inbox.

Share This job

Spread the word through your favorite platforms.

Similar Jobs

Middlesex Health | Northford, CT
July 27th, 2025

Position HighlightsDepartment: Physical Rehab - OutpatientHours: Per DiemPosition Summary:The Outpatient Physical Therapist administers Physical Therapy services under medical prescription in accordance with Hospital regulation, State of Connecticut Practice Act and quality standards. Responsible for clinical oversight of PTAKey duties and Responsibilities:Develo...

Core Medical Group | Northford, CT
July 27th, 2025

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Ansonia, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 07/26/2025Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hoursEmployment Type: TravelClient in CT seeking Physical Therapist: Outpatient/Clinicfor the following shift(s): DaysWe ar...

Vibra Travels | Bloomfield, CT
July 29th, 2025

Vibra Travels is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in East Hartford, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyDuration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelVIBRA TRAVELS is looking for a CORPORATE TRAVEL PHYSICAL THERAPIST to join our team. We look for therapists wi...

Triage Staffing | Plainville, CT
July 29th, 2025

Triage Staffing is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Newington, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 08/04/2025Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelTravel Rehab: Physical Therapy NewingtonLocation: NewingtonStart Date: 8/4...

Planet Healthcare | Plainville, CT
July 29th, 2025

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel Rehabilitation Therapist for a travel job in New Britain, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Rehabilitation TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: ASAPDuration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelPlanet Healthcare Job ID #70175677. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40...

PRIDE Health | Cromwell, CT
July 29th, 2025

PRIDE Health is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Newington, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 08/04/2025Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelA Physical Therapist (PT) assesses and develops treatment plans for patients to help them reg...

Jackson Therapy Partners | Stonington, CT
July 29th, 2025

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physical Therapist for a travel job in Mystic, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyDuration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hoursEmployment Type: TravelSetting: Skilled Nursing Facilityiuml;raquo;iquest;Looking for a change of scener...

Host Healthcare | Columbia, CT
July 29th, 2025

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Windham, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 08/04/2025Duration: 13 weeks35 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelHost Healthcare is an award-winning travel healthcare company with an immediate opening for ...

Ardor Health Solutions | Waterford, CT
July 29th, 2025

Ardor Health Solutions is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Mystic, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 07/30/2025Duration: 13 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: Travel Location: Mystic, CT Setting: HOME HEALTH Employment Type: Traveler Masters Degree ...

Cross Country Allied | Lebanon, CT
July 29th, 2025

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Norwich, Connecticut.Job Description RequirementsSpecialty: Physical TherapistDiscipline: TherapyStart Date: 08/04/2025Duration: 10 weeks40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelJob DescriptionAs an outpatient physical therapist, you'll provide PT services to help ...

High-Volume Searches

  • Physical Therapist jobs
  • Physical Therapist jobs Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs hiring near Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs in Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs near me
  • Physical Therapist jobs near me Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs hiring near me Northford, CT

Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) Searches

  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) jobs
  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) jobs near Northford, CT
  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) jobs hiring near Northford, CT
  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) jobs in Northford
  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) jobs near me
  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) careers
  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) vacancies

Geographic Searches

  • Eastern Connecticut Health Network (ECHN) Physical Therapist jobs near Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs near Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs hiring near me Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs in Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs hiring near Northford, CT
  • Physical Therapist jobs near me in Northford, CT

Other job titles you may consider:

  • Therapist jobs near me
  • Physical Therapy Specialist jobs near me
  • Physiotherapist jobs near me
  • Therapy assistant
  • Rehabilitation Expert jobs near me
  • Therapist assistant

Searches you may like:

  • Part Time Healthcare Jobs
  • Nearby Healthcare Jobs
  • Medical Jobs
  • Jobs Near Me
  • Full Time Healthcare Jobs

Explore opportunities in nearby cities:

  • Physical Therapist Jobs Near Ansonia, CT
  • Travel Physical Therapist Jobs Near Avon, CT
  • Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist Jobs Near Berlin, CT
  • Travel Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist Jobs Near Branford, CT
  • Travel Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility Jobs Near Bridgeport, CT