Physical Therapist – Skilled Nursing Facility
Hartford, CT
Jackson Therapy Partners
5x8 hrs

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others? Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a traveling Physical Therapist where you’ll help patients recover from injuries and manage chronic conditions while experiencing life in a new location. Apply now and we’ll connect you with a recruiter who'll 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 is required to start the assignment.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross may be required.
• Demonstrated experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience with post-acute care evaluations, restorative programs, and discharge planning preferred.
• Proficiency with common therapy equipment including gait belts, therapeutic modalities, and durable medical equipment preferred.
• Ability to document in electronic medical records and meet productivity and regulatory requirements preferred.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift: Days.

Location Highlights

Hartford, CT provides a mix of cultural attractions and outdoor options within short drives. The city is home to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art and the Connecticut Science Center, both located within downtown Hartford and accessible by local transit lines. Bushnell Park and the Connecticut River waterfront offer walking paths and event spaces less than 10 minutes from the city center, providing a suburban-urban lifestyle fit. Travelers can reach Talcott Mountain State Park and the hiking trails at Talcott Mountain in about 25 minutes by car, and Black Rock State Park is roughly a 40-minute drive for additional outdoor recreation. The Amtrak Hartford Line and Bradley International Airport provide regional and national transit options with commutes under 45 minutes to New Haven and about 90 minutes to New York City, supporting both urban and weekend travel opportunities.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We deeply value your commitment to impacting others, that’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package starting your first day. 

• Weekly, on-time pay.
• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel PT and get the flexibility, stability, and growth you deserve. Enjoy full-time pay, benefits, and relocation assistance in travel contracts that let you explore your favorite locations while maintaining job security in diverse settings nationwide. Choose from a variety of career options including direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts using ProVenture, our AI-enhanced career app designed for therapy professionals like you.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. 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 of our associates.