Physical Therapist (Home health) - Waterbury/Windsor, CT

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Crawford Thomas Recruiting seeks a Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT) for a home health role servicing Waterbury, CT and surrounding areas. The PT will work independently within a supportive interdisciplinary team to deliver skilled in-home therapy, focusing on strength, mobility, balance, safety, and functional independence in patients' homes.

Ideal candidates hold an active CT PT license, have graduated from an accredited PT program, and possess strong assessment, planning, and documentation

Qualifications

• Active CT PT license in good standing.
• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to independently manage a patient caseload and daily schedule.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home PT evaluations and reassessments.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on patient needs and goals.
• Provide skilled treatment focused on mobility, strength, balance, transfers, safety, and independence.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans based on outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, fall prevention, and home safety.
• Recommend assistive devices and home modifications.
• Maintain compliant clinical documentation and communicate with physicians and teams.
• Coordinate with nursing, OT, SLP, and other professionals as appropriate.
• Participate in care planning, quality improvement, and program growth.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Independent patient caseload mgmt

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist in CT

Graduate of accredited PT program

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) – Home Health

Location: Waterbury, CT & Surrounding Area

Schedule: Full-Time | Field-Based

Compensation: $106,000–$132,000 (Flexible Based on Experience)

Position Overview

Our client, a locally owned and operated home health agency, is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist to provide skilled in-home therapy services throughout Waterbury and surrounding communities.

This role offers the opportunity to work independently while remaining connected to a supportive interdisciplinary team. You'll help patients improve strength, mobility, balance, safety, and functional independence in the environment where those skills matter most—their own homes.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, self-motivated PT who values clinical autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive in-home physical therapy evaluations and reassessments.
• Develop individualized plans of care based on each patient's condition, functional needs, and goals.
• Provide skilled treatment focused on mobility, strength, balance, transfers, safety, and independence.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical findings and outcomes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic exercises, equipment use, fall prevention, and home safety.
• Recommend appropriate assistive devices and modifications to improve patient safety and function.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Communicate patient progress and changes in condition with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Coordinate with nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Participate in care planning and quality improvement initiatives.
• Help identify opportunities to strengthen and grow the organization's home health therapy program.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut Physical Therapist (PT) license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation abilities.
• Ability to independently manage a patient caseload and daily schedule.
• Patient-centered approach with a commitment to providing high-quality care.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel locally throughout Waterbury and surrounding communities.

Preferred Experience

• Previous home health physical therapy experience.
• Experience treating adult or geriatric patient populations.
• Program development or clinical improvement experience.
• Interest in mentoring other clinicians or pursuing future leadership opportunities.

Home Health Experience Not Required

Experienced Physical Therapists interested in transitioning into home health are encouraged to apply. Candidates with strong clinical skills, independence, organization, and a desire to develop their home health expertise will be considered.

Compensation

• $106,000–$132,000 annually.
• Compensation is flexible based on experience and qualifications.

Why Join?

• Competitive compensation with flexibility based on experience.
• Clinical independence and autonomy in managing patient care.
• Supportive, locally operated team environment.
• Opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with patients and families.
• Growing territory with opportunities to help shape the therapy program.
• Potential for future mentoring, program development, and leadership responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Physical Therapist who wants to combine clinical autonomy with meaningful one-on-one patient care while helping a growing home health organization expand its therapy services throughout the Waterbury area.