Physical Therapy Aide / PT Tech – Part-Time
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$16.94/hr
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Job Description
Physical Therapy Technician (PT Tech) – Part-Time
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Bristol, CT
Job Type: Part-Time
Pay: $16.94/hour
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Interested in physical therapy, exercise science, kinesiology, athletic training, or another healthcare career? Gain valuable hands-on experience in an outpatient physical therapy setting while working directly alongside experienced clinicians.
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers is seeking a dependable, energetic, and patient-focused Physical Therapy Technician (PT Tech) to join our Bristol team part-time.
In this role, you'll help keep the clinic running smoothly while supporting our Physical Therapists and patients throughout the day. You'll have the opportunity to observe patient care, learn more about rehabilitation, and gain experience that can be especially valuable for students or individuals considering a future career in healthcare.
What You'll GAIN at Fyzical
- Hands-on experience in an outpatient physical therapy environment
- Opportunity to work closely with licensed Physical Therapists
- Exposure to orthopedic, balance, vestibular, and neurological rehabilitation
- Experience with innovative rehabilitation equipment and technology
- A supportive and collaborative clinic environment
- Valuable patient-care experience for those pursuing a healthcare career
- Opportunities to learn and grow within FYZICAL
What You'll Do
As a Physical Therapy Technician, you'll play an important role in creating a positive and organized experience for our patients and clinical team. Responsibilities include:
- Prepare treatment areas for patient appointments
- Escort patients to treatment areas and assist with clinic flow
- Help patients safely get on and off therapy and exercise equipment
- Assist with exercises and equipment as directed by the Physical Therapist
- Set up, organize, and put away therapy equipment
- Clean and disinfect treatment tables, equipment, and patient areas
- Assist with patient preparation before treatment sessions
- Maintain an organized, clean, and welcoming clinic environment
- Monitor supplies and assist with inventory
- Complete laundry and linen duties as needed
- Report equipment or maintenance concerns to the appropriate team member
- Provide occasional scheduling and front desk support as needed
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- College coursework in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Biology, or a related healthcare field preferred
- Interest in physical therapy or another healthcare profession is a plus
- Friendly and professional communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Dependable, organized, and able to multitask
- Comfortable working in a busy, team-oriented environment
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and assist with equipment setup
Why Fyzical?
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers combines innovative rehabilitation technology with personalized patient care to help individuals improve their strength, mobility, balance, and overall quality of life.
For someone looking to gain experience before taking the next step in a healthcare career, this is an opportunity to learn directly from a clinical team while making a difference for patients every day.
Apply today to join our Bristol team and gain valuable experience in the physical therapy field!
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Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapy Technician will assist clinicians by preparing treatment areas, helping patients with exercise equipment, and maintaining a clean, organized clinic environment. They will also provide support with patient flow, scheduling, and inventory management while ensuring patient privacy.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with college coursework in a healthcare-related field preferred. Applicants should possess strong customer service skills, the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and a professional, team-oriented attitude.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Connecticut, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (232 salary observations; 777 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,149 salary observations; 57,960 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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut vs national | $100k median in Connecticut | $94k nationally (+6%)232 state / 15,149 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Connecticut index 103.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Connecticut | 284 active | 22,065 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
