Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Full-Time Physical Therapist – Outpatient Clinic | Westbrook, CT

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers (PTSMC)

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

Who We Are

PTSMC is Connecticut’s largest private-practice physical therapy provider, with 37 locations statewide serving more than 35,000 patients annually. Since 2000, President and physical therapist Alan Balavender has grown the company using a unique partnership model that empowers clinicians to own and operate their own practices—more than 20 have done so and counting.

Why Choose PTSMC?

We’re not your average clinic — we’re a PT-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)
  • Fully accredited Orthopaedic Residency program
  • 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 PT 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 PTs 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 PT program
  • Connecticut Physical 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

You will build trusting relationships with patients while delivering exceptional, tailored physical therapy treatment plans. Additionally, you will collaborate with the care team and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation using the EMR system.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree from an accredited physical therapy program and possess or be eligible for a Connecticut Physical Therapist license. A genuine passion for helping patients achieve healthier, more active lives is essential.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

OrthopedicsTreatment planningPatient educationCollaborationElectronic medical recordsRehabilitation

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 30% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

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.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Connecticut?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Connecticut vs national$100k median in Connecticut$94k nationally (+6%)232 state / 15,149 national salary observations
Cost of livingConnecticut index 103.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Connecticut283 active21,923 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 30% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
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 Physical Therapist Jobs

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Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 24 employers
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<$105k
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$105k-125k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

34 jobs · 24 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
71% this job
Sign-on bonus
53% this job
Loan repayment
26%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$70-$73/hr
#2

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#3

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,942 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 (health, dental, life, disability)
Employee Assistance Program
Annual licensure renewal reimbursement

Living in Westbrook

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$592k
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).

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