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Performance Optimal Health
Darien, Connecticut

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on_site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Since 2002, Performance Optimal Health has redefined what outpatient care looks like—bridging clinical expertise with a whole-person, proactive approach to health. Grounded in our signature Four Pillars—Exercise, Nutrition, Recovery, and Stress Management—we’re not just a physical therapy provider; we are a holistic health organization committed to helping individuals achieve long-term, optimal health. At Performance, you’ll join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where innovation thrives, personal growth is encouraged, and a supportive, energizing culture creates a unique vibe that both our clients and team members feel every day. We’re now hiring passionate Physical Therapists ready to make meaningful impact in a purpose-driven environment.

  • Why This Role Excites
  • Deliver care beyond rehab with our holistic Four Pillars model
  • Work alongside elite PTs, trainers, coaches, and nutritionists
  • Structured mentorship, CEU support, specialty certifications, and residency
  • Named a 2024 Great Place to Work™ with a growth-driven culture
  • What You’ll Do
  • Assess and treat clients with orthopedic and post-op conditions
  • Build evidence-based care plans with measurable goals
  • Document effectively in our EMR system and maintain compliance
  • Collaborate across disciplines and help mentor peers
  • Valid PT license (or eligibility)
  • DPT from an accredited program
  • Experience or interest in ortho/sports rehab (OCS/SCS a plus)
  • Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
  • Competitive compensation with progression pathways
  • Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, fitness perks
  • CEU stipend, mentorship, residency opportunities, and specialty training
  • Access to infrared sauna, cryotherapy, Pilates, massage, and more
  • Ready to grow your career with a company that puts purpose and people first?
  • Join Performance Optimal Health — where your potential meets opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Assess and treat clients with orthopedic and post-operative conditions while developing evidence-based care plans with measurable goals. Collaborate across a multidisciplinary team and maintain accurate documentation within the EMR system.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program and possess a valid PT license or eligibility. Experience or interest in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation is highly valued.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Orthopedic rehabilitationPost-operative careEvidence-based practiceEMR documentationPatient assessment

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist at Performance Optimal Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 58% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.1% 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)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks40 jobs · 35 employers

401k / retirement match
85% this job
CME allowance
68% this job
Sign-on bonus
53%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
13%

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Work-life snapshot

6.0/ 10
Listing-based score

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

  • No weekends
  • On-site
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About Performance Optimal Health

Wellness and Fitness Services
Greenwich, CT
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Fitness Perks
CEU Stipend
Mentorship
Residency Opportunities