Job Description

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for people at every point in their journey from illness or injury to the most advanced state of recovery they can achieve. Our Mission: To enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives. Our values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. These values guide us in providing quality patient care and transforming the lives of our patients.

Are you a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist looking to take your career to the next level? We invite you to become a key part of our team, where you'll be welcomed into a collaborative and innovative environment, surrounded by cutting-edge technology and endless opportunities for your professional growth. At Gaylord, we're redefining the future of physical therapy, and we want you to be a part of it! Take the first step in your journey to personal and professional success – apply now!

The Physical Therapist utilizes a comprehensive evaluation based on accepted professional standards to assess patient needs and function status, devises and implements appropriate treatment plans to promote the highest level of patient self-sufficiency, regularly re-assesses the efficacy of treatment plans, provides appropriate education to patients and their families and progresses patients toward goals and outcomes that reflect improved independence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides direct patient care (evaluation and treatment).
• Performs appropriate written communication.
• Interacts professionally through clinical communication.
• Maintains state of the art training and education for job role.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, or eligibility, in Physical Therapy required
• Master’s degree or higher preferred
• Current CT Physical Therapy license or eligibility required
• One (1) year of clinical experience preferred

WORK SCHEDULE: Per Diem/As Needed

BENEFITS TO WORKING AT GAYLORD INCLUDE:

• 2021, 2022 & 2023 voted top 100 workplaces in CT!
• Certified Great Place to Work 2024 and 2025!
• State of the art technology
• Newly renovated nursing units with ceiling lifts
• New RN Residency Program & comprehensive orientation program
• RN Clinical Ladder Program
• Nursing Shared Governance
• Specialty nursing certification & tuition reimbursements
• Free parking, beautiful & safe campus
• Comprehensive benefits package and generous PTO
• Extensive Reward & Recognition Programs
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Office of Integrative Medicine to support our employees & patients

APPLY NOW & JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM OF CAREGIVERS!

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V