Licensed Physical Therapist - (PT, Rehab, Outpatient) - Norwichtown

• Bachelor’s Degree in physical therapy required, Master’s or DPT preferred. 
• CT PT license and BLS certification required. 
• Open to recent graduates. One year experience in acute care or outpatient setting preferred.
•  Position may support the Waterford office if needed in the future. 
  
  We take great care of careers. 
  
  With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. 

*THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A SIGN ON BONUS*

Be the Best at Getting Better.  Join over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues who make a difference every day.

Join Our Team as a Physical Therapist – Empower Recovery, Transform Lives

Are you passionate about helping others regain their strength, mobility, and independence? As a Physical Therapist with Hartford HealthCare, you will be at the heart of a collaborative care team, making a real difference in patients’ lives every day.

What We Offer 

• Career growth and movement opportunities within our network
• On-going education and training
• Robust Benefits Package
• Special Interest Groups
• MedBridge Subscription
• Referral Bonus Program (top leader number of employee referrals in the industry) 
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Discount Programs
• Supportive culture
• Awards & Recognition
• Flexible Scheduling  
• Rewarding Compensation 
• 401K with company match
• Clinical specialty opportunities

Why Choose Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network?

As the leading rehabilitation provider in Connecticut, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow your skills and thrive. With over 30 outpatient locations and services spanning acute care, long-term care, home care, and community settings, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of patients and specialties—including orthopedics, oncology, women’s health, sports medicine, and more.

Our clinics feature updated equipment and modern facilities designed to support the highest standards of care. We foster a fun and inclusive culture where collaboration and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. Join a great team environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is supported every step of the way.

Your Role and Impact:

• Lead with Expertise: Upon referral, conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients’ physical function—including strength, mobility, motor control, joint health, pain levels, balance, posture, and cardiopulmonary performance. You’ll assess vitals, endurance, gait, and daily living capabilities with precision and compassion.
• Create Impactful Care Plans: Design personalized, patient-centered treatment plans that promote optimal movement, safety, and long-term wellness. Your clinical insight will guide each step of the recovery journey.
• Deliver Innovative Therapy: Implement and delegate care using a wide range of therapeutic interventions—from heat, cold, and light therapy to mobilization and targeted exercise. You’ll use your clinical judgment to tailor treatments that truly work.

• Collaborate for Continuity: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team—including Rehab Therapists, Nurses, and Social Workers—to ensure seamless care coordination. You’ll also play a key role in discharge planning and connecting patients with community resources to support their ongoing recovery.

   

   

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be flexible, a team player, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrates strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize daily assignments effectively.

• Able to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions, and communicate information clearly.

• Proficient in basic computer skills, including email and internet use. Strong working knowledge of Windows-based programs, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.

• Working knowledge of State Practice Act guidelines and Federal Medicaid and Medicare regulations.

   

   

  Problem Solving and Decision Making

• Exercises sound judgment and discretion while performing duties independently and consistently with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrates strong analytical skills to gather and interpret information from multiple sources.

• Responds appropriately to changing circumstances and resolves issues effectively.

• Maintains strict confidentiality at all times.