Amazing Careers Begin Here
We are thrilled to announce that Gaylord Specialty Healthcare has earned 2024 Great Place to Work Certification™! This prestigious award is based entirely on anonymous employee feedback, showcasing our commitment to creating a supportive and empowering workplace. Thank you to our incredible team for making this possible! Former patient Jill Harpin talks about her success because of her AMAZING Gaylord team.
We currently have a variety of healthcare career opportunities available. If you share our passion for patient-centered care and want to advance your career in a fast-paced atmosphere with caring teammates, consider joining the team. Whether you are a nurse, environmental services specialist, respiratory care practitioner, or physical therapist, this video answers questions about what you can expect at Gaylord.
Gaylord is widely known and respected for the quality of the care we deliver, the outcomes we achieve, and the positive energy of our employees. We are often looking for nurses, patient care technicians, physical therapists, food service assistants, environmental service aides and other roles across various disciplines and departments. Each staff member is an essential and valued member of the Gaylord team.
Nurses at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare are trusted leaders in patient care -supporting individuals recovering from brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, and medically complex conditions. Our nursing team is part of an interdisciplinary model focused on compassion, excellence, and evidence-based practice. Whether you’re an RN or LPN, you’ll find nursing jobs in Connecticut that offer growth, purpose, and the chance to make a difference every day.

Physical Therapy Careers
At Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, physical therapists play a vital role in helping patients recover from spinal cord injuries, strokes, orthopedic trauma, and other complex conditions. As a PT here, you’ll join a nationally recognized rehab team that values collaboration, clinical excellence, continued education, and the latest in physical therapy technology. Discover rewarding physical therapist jobs in Connecticut where you can grow your career and make a real impact - every day. Watch the video to see what life is like for Gaylord Physical Therapists, or click the button to learn more.
Respiratory Therapy Careers
Respiratory therapists at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare are key members of our interdisciplinary team, providing advanced care for patients with spinal cord injuries, neuromuscular diseases, and complex pulmonary conditions. Here, you’ll work in a nationally accredited ventilator weaning program and use state-of-the-art technology to help patients breathe easier and live fuller lives. Explore respiratory therapist jobs in Connecticut and find a career that offers growth, impact, and purpose. Click below to learn more and view current openings!
Patient Care Technician (PCT) Opportunities
Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare gain hands-on experience supporting patients with spinal cord injuries, strokes, and other complex medical needs. You’ll work closely with trachs, vents, telemetry, g-tubes, and IV drips - developing clinical skills alongside a supportive, interdisciplinary team. Gaylord offers a Clinical Ladders Program, cross-training, and advancement opportunities to help you grow. Explore patient care technician jobs in Connecticut and build a meaningful healthcare career from day one.
Food & Nutrition Positions
At Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, our Food & Nutrition team plays a meaningful role in supporting each patient’s recovery through thoughtful, personalized meals. From preparing specialized diets to ensuring every tray is delivered with care, your work helps patients heal and regain strength every day. You’ll be part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values safety, compassion, and the important connection between nutrition and healing. If you’re looking for food service jobs in healthcare in Connecticut where your efforts truly matter, Gaylord is the place to grow your career.
We Are The Patient Experience
Delivering exceptional care takes all of us. At Gaylord, every team member shapes the patient journey. Guided by our mission to enhance health, maximize function and transform lives, we work together with purpose. Because here, the patient experience isn’t one department’s job – it’s everyone’s. Watch the video to see how we all come together to support our patients’ recovery.
The Diversity, Equity, Belonging and Inclusion Committee, also known as the DEBI Committee was created to provide education, insight, counsel, and assistance. Its diverse employee membership assures a wide variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are shared with the organization. This collaboration helps Gaylord achieve its goal of providing compassionate, cross-cultural care while creating a work environment where all community members feel secure, welcomed, and heard.

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