Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Full-Time Occupational Therapist – Outpatient Clinic | Norwich, CT

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers (PTSMC)

Are you an Occupational Therapist who’s passionate about helping others, eager to grow your skills, and ready to join a team that truly values its people? PTSMC Norwich is looking for an outpatient Occupational Therapist who’s committed to delivering exceptional care in a collaborative and uplifting environment. Whether you're a seasoned OT or a recent grad, we want to meet you!

Why Choose PTSMC?

We’re not your average clinic — we’re a Clinician-owned practice built on compassion, clinical excellence, and a patient-first mindset. When you join our team, you're not just getting a job — you're gaining a supportive community that invests in your success.

  • Welcoming, inclusive, and team-focused culture
  • Continuing education supported (including specialty certifications)
  • Leadership Development Program for those ready to grow
  • Voted a “Top Workplace” 14 years in a row — and nationally recognized by Top Workplaces USA

What Can PTSMC Do for You?

At PTSMC, we’re all about supporting our clinicians so they can focus on what they do best—providing exceptional patient care. Our leadership team is always on the lookout for ways to make your work life smoother. The upgrade to Prompt EMR is one of them. This platform offers clinicians:

  • Efficient Documentation – The click-based templates are designed to optimize clinician workflow, saving time and eliminating the need to take notes home!
  • Improved Accuracy – By digitizing processes and minimizing manual data entry, helps reduce errors in patient records and documentation.
  • Time Saving - Streamlined workflows and automation features, like patient intake, save time and allow clinicians to focus on patient care.

Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It

At PTSMC, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of others. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:

  • Sign-on Bonus – Start strong with a warm welcome (and a little extra in your pocket!)
  • Mentorship & Professional Support – Whether you’re just starting out or growing your skills, we’ve got your back.
  • Continuing Education & Certification Assistance – We’ll help you chase your passions and specialize with confidence.
  • 401(k) with Company Contribution – Invest in your future—because you should benefit from your hard work long-term.
  • Generous PTO – Work-life balance? We live it. Recharge with plenty of time off.
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage – Health, dental, life, and disability—top notch benefits package to keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe.
  • Employee Assistance Program – Mental health and personal support when you need it most
  • Annual licensure renewal reimbursement – Just focus on treating, we got you covered here!

What You’ll Do

  • Build strong, trusting relationships with your patients
  • Deliver exceptional care and tailor treatment plans to meet individual goals
  • Keep clinical documentation accurate and timely
  • Collaborate with physicians and your care team to ensure best outcomes
  • Educate and empower patients with home programs and resources
  • Represent PTSMC in the community and promote our “PT for Life” philosophy

What You Bring

  • Degree from an accredited OT program
  • Connecticut Occupational Therapist license (or eligibility to apply)
  • A genuine desire to help people live healthier, more active lives

Our Mission

We improve the quality of people's lives by providing:

  • Unmatched experiences
  • Clinical excellence
  • Lifelong relationships

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and find out why clinicians choose PTSMC as their professional home

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will deliver exceptional patient care by tailoring treatment plans and building trusting relationships. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and collaborating with the care team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program and possess or be eligible for a Connecticut Occupational Therapist license. A genuine desire to help patients live healthier, more active lives is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment planningCollaborationPatient educationElectronic medical recordsWorkflow optimization

Occupational Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 40% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Connecticut?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $98k (middle half $89k–$114k)116 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingConnecticut index 103.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Connecticut94 active9,270 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 40% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

41 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

32 jobs · 28 employers
18
<$110k
8
$110k-125k
2
$125k-140k
4
$140k-155k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 28 employers
401k / retirement match
89% this job
CME allowance
59% this job
Sign-on bonus
27% this job
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

Strides Therapy and Educational Services · Baltimore, Maryland

$67-$73/hr
#2

Occupational Therapist

Infinity Rehab · Berkeley, California

$57-$70/hr
#3

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 39 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Occupational Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,325 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers

Hospitals and Health Care
West Hartford, CT
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on Bonus
Mentorship & Professional Support
Continuing Education & Certification Assistance
401(k) with Company Contribution
Generous PTO
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Annual licensure renewal reimbursement

Living in Norwich

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$324k
Typical market rent
$1,827/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.