Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers in Naugatuck is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join a supportive, team-oriented clinic. The environment emphasizes collaboration, patient-first care, and continuous learning.

You will work with both new and experienced PTs and PTAs, pursue growth opportunities, and have access to clinical mentorship, specialty development, and financial support for areas of clinical interest.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain high standards of clinical care to patients.
• Establish friendly, trustworthy rapport with patients.
• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally.
• Communicate effectively with physical therapists, physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Promote the "PT for Life" philosophy in community settings.

Skills

Team oriented

Growth opportunities

Mentorship

Specialization encouraged

Collaborative learning

Education

PTA degree from accredited program

PTA license or eligibility

Job description

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers (PTSMC) is accepting applications for a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant at our Naugatuck clinic.

• Join a supportive, team orientedwork environmentwhere employees report they “feel genuinely appreciated”
• Growth and Development opportunities for all clinicians, including clinical mentorship and clinical courses
• Specialization in areas of clinical interest encouraged, with financial support
• Work with and learn from both new and experienced PTs and PTAs

The right candidate for this job is a dedicated clinician who is passionate about helping others move and feel better, driven to continue to develop their clinical skills and looking for a fun, collaborative work environment.

Who We Are:
PTSMC is Connecticut’s largest private-practice physical therapy provider, with 39 locations statewide (now including 2 new locations in Massachusetts!) serving more than 35,000 patients annually. Since 2000, President and physical therapist Alan Balavender has grown the company using a unique partnership model that empowers clinicians to own and operate their own practices—more than 20 have done so and counting.

Why Choose PTSMC?

We’re not your average clinic — we’re a PT-owned practice built on compassion, clinical excellence, and a patient-first mindset. When you join our team, you're not just getting a job — you're gaining a supportive community that invests in your success.

• Welcoming, inclusive, and team-focused culture
• Continuing education supported (including specialty certifications)
• Fully accredited Orthopaedic Residency program
• Leadership Development Program for those ready to grow
• Voted a “Top Workplace” 14 years in a row — and nationally recognized by Top Workplaces USA

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain appropriate high standards of clinical care to patients
• Take a “patient-first” approach to care by establishing a friendly, trustworthy rapport with patients
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally and achieve their goals
• Communicate effectively with physical therapists, physicians and other relevant healthcare providers
• Promote our “PT for Life” philosophy in community settings
  

R equirements

• Degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility to apply

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Our Mission:
We improve the quality of people's lives by providing:

• Unmatched experiences
• Clinical excellence
• Lifelong relationships

Ready to take the next step in your career?