Physical Therapist (PT) – Neurologic & Specialty Rehabilitation
Listed compensation
$90k-$110k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
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Job Description
Physical Therapist (PT) – Neurologic & Specialty Rehab Focus
Join a Different Kind of Therapy Team
At RVNAhealth, we do things differently. Our Therapy Center is a multidisciplinary, patient-centered outpatient clinic offering Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy-without the constraints of a hospital-based system.
We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) who is passionate about neurologic rehabilitation and specialty care to join our growing team in Ridgefield, CT.
- Why This Role Stands Out
- Neurologic & Specialty Focus: Parkinson's Disease, vestibular rehab, balance disorders, and complex cases
- 1:1 Patient Care: 40-minute sessions focused on quality-not volume
- Collaborative Environment: Work closely with PT, OT, and SLP in a true team model
- Growth Opportunity: Ideal for clinicians looking to expand beyond orthopedics
- Mentorship Available: Strong support for new graduates or those transitioning into neuro
- Wellness Integration: Ongoing programs and partnerships that support long-term patient success
What You'll Do
- Evaluate and treat patients with a focus on neurologic and functional outcomes
- Develop individualized plans of care with an emphasis on quality and progression
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes
- Utilize innovative tools including HEP platforms, outcomes tracking, and RTM (Remote Therapeutic Monitoring)
- Build meaningful relationships with patients and caregivers
What We're Looking For
- Licensed PT in the state of Connecticut (or eligible)
- Interest or experience in neurologic rehabilitation (training available)
- Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
- A clinician who values patient-centered, high-quality care
- New grads encouraged to apply
About Us
- Proud member of the Hospital for Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network
- Established, growing therapy center with a strong community reputation
- Expanding specialty programs including a dedicated Parkinson's Center
- Supported by philanthropic investment to enhance patient care and clinician development
Why RVNAhealth?
We prioritize quality over quantity, clinician support, and innovation in care delivery. This is an opportunity to be part of a team that is growing, evolving, and truly making an impact in the community.
Benefits
RVNAhealth offers eligible full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; 403(b) retirement savings; paid time off and holidays; employer-paid life and disability insurance; wellness and employee assistance programs; tuition reimbursement; professional development opportunities; and additional voluntary benefits. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan terms.
Compensation
Our target pay range listed for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 annually and represents RVNAhealth's commitment to pay transparency and is a reasonable estimate of possible compensation for this role at the time of posting. The final salary for this role will be determined based on careful consideration of a variety of factors, such as the candidate's exact location, experience, and expertise related to the qualifications.
RVNAhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients with a focus on neurologic and functional outcomes while developing individualized plans of care. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of PTs, OTs, and SLPs to optimize patient success in a 1:1 care model.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Connecticut or eligible for licensure. While experience in neurologic rehabilitation is preferred, the role is open to new graduates with a passion for specialty care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Connecticut, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$101k (69 salary observations; 201 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (4,390 salary observations; 15,589 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$100k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $97k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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