Travel Physical Therapist

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Interview prep

• Walk through an initial eval → plan → reassess cycle for a common ortho or neuro case
• How you onboard quickly on a new travel site (charting, protocols, caseload)
• Documentation standards and collab with physicians/other therapists

Fit summary

Strong fit if you hold PT licensure readiness for CT travel work, adapt fast to new facilities, and want short-term clinical variety with Triage coordinating the assignment.

Day in the role

As a travel PT placed by Triage in Newington, CT, you evaluate patients, design treatment plans, document progress, educate patients/families, and adjust care with referring clinicians—typically across short-term assignment caseloads rather than a permanent clinic roster.

Skills to emphasize

• Clinical exam, differential diagnosis, and outcome-focused plan of care
• Documentation and progress measurement
• Patient/family education for home programs
• Interdisciplinary communication on travel assignments

FAQ from this listing

Is this a permanent Newington clinic job?

No—it’s framed as a travel Physical Therapist assignment through Triage Staffing in Newington, CT, not a permanent local hire by a single facility.

What does the day-to-day clinical work look like?

Core PT work: evaluate, treat, document, educate patients/families, and adjust plans with the care team (see O*NET physical therapist tasks).

What company headlines should I know?

Recent public items cover SIA Top 100 recognition for the CEO, the RTG Medical acquisition, and a data-breach settlement notice—worth reviewing before you accept an assignment.

Occupation tasks (O*NET)

Public-domain labor data — prepare examples for 2–3 of these.

• Plan, prepare, or carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
• Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.
• Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer.
• Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Confer with the patient, medical practitioners, or appropriate others to plan, implement, or assess the intervention program.
• Administer manual exercises, massage, or traction to help relieve pain, increase patient strength, or decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
• Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions.

O*NET source

Role overview (listing rewrite)

Triage Staffing LLC is hiring a Travel Physical Therapist for a 15-week assignment in Newington, Connecticut. Work full-time day shifts at a rehabilitation facility where you'll deliver patient-centered care and advance clinical skills in a dynamic healthcare environment. The position offers $2,059 per week with flexible contract staffing beginning July 20, 2026. About the Role Join Triage Staffing LLC's travel therapy program in Newington, Hartford County, as a full-time Physical Therapist. This 15-week contract offers day shift hours—40 hours per week across 5 days—in a collaborative rehabilitation setting. You'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team committed to helping patients regain independence and improve functional outcomes. What You'll Do Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to restore mobility and functional independence Document clinical assessments, treatment progress, and patient outcomes with accuracy and timeliness Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation specialists to optimize care coordination Monitor patient response to therapy and adjust treatment protocols based on clinical progress Educate patients and families on exercise routines, proper body mechanics, and home management strategies What We're Looking For Physical Therapist (PT) license, current and valid in Connecticut Hands-on experience in rehabilitation, acute care, or clinical patient treatment Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients and healthcare teams Adaptability and ability to quickly integrate into new facility systems and workflows Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered physical therapy practice Current CPR certification or ability to obtain before your start date About Triage Staffing LLC Triage Staffing LLC specializes in healthcare staffing solutions, connecting experienced clinicians with rewarding travel and contract assignments nationwide. We partner with rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, and clinical centers to support both healthcare organizations and professional practitioners seeking flexible career opportunities. How to Apply Ready to advance your career as a Travel Physical Therapist in Newington, CT? Apply today through this job listing to get started.

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Questions to ask them

• What does success look like in the first 90 days for this role?
• How is the team structured, and who would I work with most?
• What tools and systems does this role use daily?
• Is the work primarily based in Newington, Hartford County, hybrid, or fully remote?