Outpatient Orthopedic PT — Growth & Collaboration

Yale NewHaven Health; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to support inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services in Connecticut. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize functional outcomes.

You will educate patients and families, document care, participate in discharge planning, and help advance evidence-based practices while maintaining licensure and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current CT license or eligible; BLS certification required.
• No experience required; 1–2 years preferred in academic/large medical center settings.
• Ability to work with children and/or adults depending on the setting.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret physician referrals to perform clinical evaluations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Collaborate in interdisciplinary team meetings and discharge planning.
• Manage patient caseload and ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program

BS degree

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to support inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services in Connecticut. You will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize functional outcomes.

You will educate patients and families, document care, participate in discharge planning, and help advance evidence-based practices while maintaining licensure and patient safety.