Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist opportunity in Hamden, CT at an outpatient clinic where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Connecticut Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
• Outpatient experience required. Experience treating adolescents through geriatrics, sports injuries, post-operative care, and neurorehabilitation preferred. Candidates without outpatient experience will be considered only if they demonstrate confidence and competence.
• Experience using WebPT EMR preferred.
• BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
• Ability to function as the sole PT provider in the clinic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in multidisciplinary outpatient settings focused on PT-led care.
• Comfort treating a broad caseload including sports-related injuries and post-operative patients.
• Experience with documentation and scheduling workflows typical of outpatient clinics.

Assignment Details

• Typical schedule is Monday through Friday. Potential for 4x10s.
• Clinic requires the therapist to manage a full outpatient caseload and function independently as the clinic's PT.
• Interviews will most likely be conducted virtually.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We recognize your time and commitment. Benefits include access to medical plans, 401(k) options, referral incentives, and support from a dedicated recruiter. Additional benefits and eligibility details will be provided by the recruiter during the hiring process.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide patient-centered outpatient physical therapy across a broad age range. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment that emphasizes PT-driven care and collaborative treatment planning. Successful clinicians help improve functional outcomes for patients with sports injuries, post-operative needs, and neurologic conditions.

Location Highlights

Hamden, CT offers a mix of suburban and recreational amenities within short drives of regional attractions. The town sits near Sleeping Giant State Park and is approximately 10 minutes from downtown New Haven with cultural landmarks such as Yale University and the Shubert Theatre. Residents benefit from proximity to Long Island Sound beaches within a 20–30 minute drive and regional rail and interstate access for commuting to Hartford or New York City.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.