Physical Therapist - Sign on bonus available!
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Job Description
Connecticut Orthopaedics has been named the #1 Physician Practice in Orthopaedics in Connecticut for two consecutive years.
Connecticut Orthopaedics is renowned for leadership and excellence in Orthopaedic and Physical Therapy services. With 14 therapy locations statewide, our physical therapy team plays a pivotal role in delivering personalized care that helps patients regain mobility and live pain-free lives.
We are looking for both Full-time and Part-time Physical Therapists to join our exceptional growing team. Work alongside physicians and multidisciplinary providers to deliver streamlined care for optimal patient recovery.
Positions available in Branford, Guilford, Essex, Fairfield, Orange, Milford, Shelton, Trumbull
New Graduates Welcome & Sign on Bonus available!
Why Therapists Choose Connecticut Orthopaedics
- Recent internal workforce survey results show:
- More than 85% of therapists would recommend working here
- 67% of our therapists have been with the organization more than 4 years
- 60% of our therapists have more than 8 years of clinical experience
- Nearly 40% of our hires come through colleague referrals
- These results reflect a culture built on clinical collaboration, professional autonomy, and long-term career growth.
What You Will Do
- Work in a Supportive Environment
- Collaborate with experienced clinicians who value mentorship, teamwork, and professional development.
- Continuing Education & Professional Growth
- Free internal accredited continuing education courses, hybrid learning opportunities, and a generous annual CE allowance.
- Access Cutting-Edge Technology
- Utilize the latest equipment, evidence-based practice resources, and clinical learning tools.
- Have access to Flexible Scheduling
- We understand the importance of work-life balance. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours are available.
- Orthopaedic Residency Program
- Grow through our Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program.
- Learn more:ct-ortho.com/physical-therapy-residency
- Education & Experience Requirements
- Active license to practice physical therapy in Connecticut
- Completion of requirements to maintain licensure, including continuing education
New Graduates Welcome
We offer a pre-licensure position allowing graduates to work alongside experienced clinicians while studying for boards. This program provides income, mentorship, and a structured transition into practice.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits
- 401(k) contributions
- Company-paid life insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Uniform allowance
- Free parking
- Access to internal CEU programs
Key Responsibilities
Physical Therapists will deliver personalized care to help patients regain mobility and live pain-free lives by working alongside physicians and multidisciplinary providers for streamlined patient recovery. Responsibilities include collaborating with experienced clinicians, utilizing cutting-edge technology, and participating in professional development opportunities.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an active license to practice physical therapy in Connecticut and complete all requirements to maintain licensure, including continuing education. New graduates are welcome, with a pre-licensure position available that offers income and mentorship while studying for boards.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 38% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
In Connecticut, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (215 salary observations; 714 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,787 salary observations; 56,350 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
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).
Connecticut Orthopaedic Specialists ranks #5 of 13 employers hiring Physical Therapist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 7 active listings.
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Living in Branford
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $536k
- Typical market rent
- $2,428/mo
- State income tax
- Up to 7%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.