Physical Therapist
Elara Caring
Danbury, CT

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 | Danbury, CT

$105,000 to $115,000 annual salary | Flexible scheduling | No on-call rotation

Elara Caring is hiring a Home Health Physical Therapist to care for patients in Danbury, Connecticut, and surrounding communities.

Help patients rebuild strength, improve balance, and move more safely in their own homes. You’ll provide one-on-one care, have the flexibility to organize your visits, and work with a supportive team of nurses, therapists, and clinical leaders.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Salaried position paying $105,000 to $115,000 annually, based on qualifications.
• Flexible scheduling and no on-call rotation.
• AI-assisted documentation to support your charting.
• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance options.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and pet bereavement leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible full-time employees.
• Free continuing education and opportunities for career advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate patients’ mobility, strength, balance, safety, and functional needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with practical, patient-centered goals.
• Provide skilled physical therapy in patients’ homes.
• Help patients move safely and perform everyday activities with greater independence.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safe mobility, and techniques to support recovery.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, caregivers, and other therapy professionals.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.

What You’ll Bring

• Graduation from an American Physical Therapy Association-approved physical therapy program.
• Current, unrestricted Connecticut Physical Therapist license.
• Strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to work independently in patients’ homes.
• Must have a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and current auto insurance in accordance with state laws.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

Apply today to connect with our recruiting team about the Danbury opening.

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.