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Job description
Job Opportunity: Physical Therapist
Location: Connecticut-Storrs-1244 Storrs Road Mansfield (10100)
Organization: Windham Hospital
Position: Physical Therapist – Outpatient
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 and empower recovery, transform lives.
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
Wellness programs
Employee discount programs
Supportive culture
Awards and 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.
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.
Create impactful care plans: Design personalized, patient-centered treatment plans that promote optimal movement, safety, and long-term wellness.
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.
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.
Qualifications:
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.
Regular standard hours per week: 40. Schedule: Full-time (40 hours). Shift details: Clinic hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, and 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM on Friday.
Who can apply
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