Float Physical Therapist - HOCC and MidState

Float Physical Therapist (PT) – HOCC & MidState Medical Center

Make every moment matter—for your patients and for your career.

At Hartford HealthCare, more than 40,000 colleagues come to work each day driven by the same purpose: to make every moment matter. By joining our team, you become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive and forward-thinking healthcare network—one that supports your professional growth, values your expertise, and empowers you to thrive.

We’re excited to welcome a Float Physical Therapist (PT) who will support inpatient acute care rehabilitation services across The Hospital of Central Connecticut (HOCC) and MidState Medical Center.  including opportunities to collaborate with the nationally recognized Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute (COI)—leaders in joint replacement, spine care, and orthopedic innovation.

This float role is perfect for a PT seeking variety, growth, and advanced clinical practices , all while enjoying the stability and support of two highly respected hospital teams.

Why You’ll Love This Role

-          Dynamic patient mix across medical, surgical, cardiopulmonary, and orthopedic populations

-          Opportunity to collaborate with top orthopedic surgeons and therapists

-          Grow foundational and advanced acute care and postsurgical orthopedic skills

-          Continuous learning and professional development

-          Flexible schedule options and strong team support

-          Frequent opportunities to expand your clinical expertise

What You’ll Do

As a Float PT, you will:

• Complete comprehensive acute care evaluations, including strength, mobility, cardiopulmonary tolerance, and functional independence
• Develop individualized goals with patients and families
• Provide skilled interventions including mobility training, therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re‑education, and post‑surgical orthopedic rehabilitation
• Participate in discharge planning, care coordination, and interdisciplinary rounds
• Collaborate with COI clinicians to support high quality outcomes in patients undergoing joint replacement, spine surgery, and other orthopedic procedures
• Supervise PTAs, rehab aides, and students as needed

What Hartford HealthCare Offers You

• Extensive PTO
• Flexible scheduling options
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑paid long- and short-term disability
• Continuing education and specialty-track development
• Opportunities to participate in Special Interest Groups, including orthopedic-focused groups
• Leadership and advanced practice pathways

·         Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program

• Current Connecticut Physical Therapy license (or temporary license at time of hire)
• Acute care experience highly preferred
• New graduates with strong acute care clinical experience encouraged to apply

Grow With Us

At Hartford HealthCare, you’ll find opportunities statewide to advance your skills, explore new clinical areas, and take the next step in your career. Here, you’re part of a system that invests in your success—bringing new technology, research, and innovative care models to the communities we serve.

Every moment matters. Let this be your moment.