Physical Therapist - $85K-120K per year

Elara Caring is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in West Haven, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Physical Therapist (PT),Home Health

Help patients rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence in the place they feel most comfortable: home.

Elara Caring is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist to serve patients throughout the New Haven territory. In this field-based role, you will provide personalized, one-on-one therapy while helping patients improve their safety, independence, and quality of life.

You will have the autonomy to manage your patient visits while receiving support from an experienced and collaborative clinical team.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Meaningful, one-on-one patient care
• Independence in the field
• Supportive and collaborative clinical team
• Fleet vehicle program, restrictions apply, or mileage reimbursement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time employees
• Free continuing education opportunities
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Family and pet bereavement benefits

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate patients’ mobility, strength, safety, and functional needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Provide skilled physical therapy services in patients’ homes
• Help patients improve mobility and safely perform daily activities
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, equipment, and safety techniques
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, caregivers, nurses, therapy professionals, and other members of the care team
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the appropriate clinical team members
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Supervise therapy assistants and support staff, as appropriate
• Support patients in reaching their highest possible level of independence

What You’ll Bring

• Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association-approved physical therapy program
• Current and unrestricted Connecticut Physical Therapist license
• Minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare facility
• Strong communication, organization, and patient-care skills
• Ability to work independently in a home-based environment
• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned Norwalk and Fairfield territory
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

At Elara Caring, you can build meaningful patient relationships while helping people remain safe and independent at home.

If you are ready to bring your physical therapy experience into a role that offers purpose, autonomy, and clinical support, apply today.

The base salary for this position is $100,000 to $115,000 annually, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity : We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at .

Pay & Benefit Information : Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Elara Caring Job ID #JR-138895. Posted job title: Physical Therapist (PT)

About Elara Caring

Elara Caring is one of the nation’s leading providers of home-based care with a growing footprint of 26,000 caregivers and 60,000 patients in 18 states. Whether you are new to home-based care or a seasoned in-home care professional, Elara Caring will meet you where you are and develop a unique learning plan that recognizes your experience and invests in your clinical professional journey. From our preceptor program to certification prep courses, quality assessments or management training, we care about you and your success.