Physical Therapist
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in Connecticut post a median of $51 an hour, the middle half $46.13–$56.38, across 20 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapists employed in Connecticut earn a median of $50.17 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
The Carolton in Fairfield is an established Skilled Nursing Facility and Outpatient Center.
We are looking for a qualified, caring, Physical Therapist to join our Rehab Team on a Full-Time basis!
Apply today and let's talk so we can discuss all of the opportunities we have to offer including:
- Competitive Pay Rates
- Generous PTO, paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) and more
- Great working environment, extensive training and opportunities for growth
Qualifications
1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients according to state practice guidelines.
- Identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
3.Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion.
4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.
5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
9.Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.
10.Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
11.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.
12.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.
13.Comply with all facility and safety policies and procedures.
14.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
- Adhere to scheduled hours and project a professional image at all times.
16.Adhere to productivity requirements.
17.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers.
18.Perform all other duties assigned by the department Supervisor, or Regional Manager.
19.Comply with all policies re: lunch, overtime, sick and time off notification.2
20.Adhere to any and all other written and oral policies and procedures.
- Be available to travel to facilities within reasonable distance when requested.
Physical Demands
Employee should be able to transfer patients, lift weights, transport patients and perform treatment on the mat. Employee should be knowledgeable in and exercise good body mechanics during patient treatment.
From Carolton Chronic Convalescent's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Carolton Chronic Convalescent hires nurses, therapists and nursing assistants in Fairfield, Connecticut.
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