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Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427)
Physical Therapist – Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit – St. Vincent’s Medical Center
Location: St. Vincent’s Medical Center, Bridgeport, CT
Schedule: Part-Time (24 hours/week)
Shift: Flexible Schedule - Monday–Friday (Days) with occasional weekend rotation
Join a nationally recognized inpatient rehabilitation team at St. Vincent’s Medical Center, where we are proud to be ranked in the top 10% of Inpatient Rehab Facilities in the U.S. Our modern 10-bed unit—featuring both private and semi-private rooms—offers patients access to 24/7 rehabilitative nursing care, advanced therapy techniques, and continuous acute medical management in a healing, patient-centered environment.
As a Physical Therapist on our team, you will:
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based physical therapy services to patients with a variety of diagnoses, with a focus on stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other neurological conditions.
- Collaborate within a dynamic interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that promote optimal recovery and safe discharge.
- Contribute to a supportive and innovative rehab environment that emphasizes personalized care, functional outcomes, and a seamless transition across the continuum of care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a PT who is passionate about inpatient rehab and wants to be part of a close-knit, mission-driven team—while also benefiting from the resources and career growth opportunities of a larger health system
Why Join Us?
We believe in supporting our team with exceptional benefits and growth opportunities, including:
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Reduced documentation time with use of Dragon Dictation available in all clinics
- Up to 5 weeks of PTO, including 7 paid holidays
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Continuing education & tuition reimbursement
- Career advancement through clinical specialty tracks and leadership roles
- Special Interest Groups to support evidence-based practice and peer learning
This is a unique opportunity to thrive in a specialized inpatient rehab setting while enjoying the resources, stability, and career pathways of a leading healthcare system.
Qualifications
- Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred; open to new graduates with strong clinical inpatient rehab experience.
- Graduate of Physical Therapy Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school
- Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) required.
Start Your Journey With Us
Whether you're just beginning your PT career or looking to take the next step, Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network offers the support, resources, and community to help you succeed.
Apply today and discover how rewarding a career in rehab can be!