Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care - Per Diem
Open in 2 locations
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Connecticut
1 openWillimantic, CT (opens on this page)
Per Diem · Posted 2w ago
Other locations
1 openPer Diem · Posted 2w ago
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist jobs in Connecticut post a median of $47.50 an hour, the middle half $46.85–$51.77, across 39 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), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Connecticut issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of a Connecticut license, $45 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For a Connecticut license, apply to the Connecticut Department of Public Health for a license by endorsement ($285, by its own page): what Connecticut asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Connecticut requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
- An applicant applies online with a photograph and fee, and arranges for an official transcript, NPTE results sent by the FSBPT Score Transfer Service and a verification form from each state where a license is or ever was held to be sent directly to the Department. State law also requires a state and national fingerprint-based criminal history records check of every applicant.
- Staying active: Licenses renew every year; each renewal requires at least 20 hours of continuing education completed during that one-year period, and a first renewal is exempt.
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About the job
Location Detail: United States
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Backus Hospital
For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. In addition to our 200+ bed hospital, the Backus Health System includes numerous off-site locations, including several health centers, Backus Home Health Care and the Backus Outpatient Care Center, also in Norwich. Backus Health Centers are located in Montville, Ledyard, Colchester, Norwich, and North Stonington, and additional labs for blood draws are available throughout the region.
Position Description
Our current opening is for a per diem Physical Therapist (PT) with our acute care team at Backus Hospital. Flexible scheduling; weekend, holiday and time off coverage. Evening/Weekday coverage a plus!
The Physical Therapist (PT) administers medically prescribed Physical Therapy treatments to patients. The Physical Therapist (PT) independently evaluates patient’s level of function, determines treatment strategies, and delivers and/or delegates Physical Therapy services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain.
This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, prescription of exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence.
What We Offer
- Career growth and movement opportunities within our network
- On-going education and training
- Robust Benefits Package
- Special Interest Groups
- MedBridge Subscription
- Referral Bonus Program (top leader number of employee referrals in the industry)
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Discount Programs
- Supportive culture
- Awards & Recognition
- Flexible Scheduling
- Rewarding Compensation
- 401K with company match
- Clinical specialty opportunities
We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
- Previous experience as a Physical Therapist in an acute care setting preferred
- Current State of CT Physical Therapy license required
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
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