Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Manchester, CT at an outpatient clinic where you will help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing a new location. Apply now and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
Active Connecticut Physical Therapist license required to start the assignment.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
Outpatient clinic experience required. Candidates must have experience evaluating and treating musculoskeletal and post-operative patients.
Experience with documentation in electronic medical records, including goal writing, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans and progress patients toward functional discharge goals.
Ability to supervise and delegate to therapy assistants and provide appropriate student supervision when assigned.
Maintain professional licensure and complete state-mandated continuing education as required by the Connecticut Practice Act.
Preferred: Prior travel or contract outpatient physical therapy experience.

Assignment Details

Facility Type: Outpatient.
Duration: 13 week assignment.
Shift Pattern: 5x8 schedule.
Positions Available: 1.

Location Highlights

Manchester, CT sits within easy reach of multiple regional attractions and transit options.

The city is approximately 10 miles east of downtown Hartford and within a 1.5 to 2 hour drive to the Berkshire Mountains and the Long Island Sound shoreline. Commuters have access to Interstate 84 and I-384 for regional travel and Bradley International Airport is about a 20–25 minute drive. Recreational opportunities include nearby Wickham Park with gardens and walking trails, the Cheney Historic District featuring mill-era architecture and local museums, and easy access to Hartford’s theaters, museums, and dining scene for an urban lifestyle fit with suburban convenience. The area supports both outdoor-oriented and cultural interests with state parks, riverfronts, and community events within short drives of Manchester.

Additional Information

Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans in accordance with patient needs, goals, and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients. Completes timely, accurate documentation in compliance with clinic policies and regulatory guidelines. Participates in professional development and supports clinic performance improvement initiatives. Adheres to organizational standards for patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, infection control, and work environment safety.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.