Physical Therapist Assistant (Sango)
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Job Description
Company Description
Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. Our mission remains unchanged: To Serve. While we have grown, one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our patients, communities, and employees.
We Are Committed To
- Delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care
- Developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through our top-notch clinical education program
- Supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities
Our Mission
At STAR Physical Therapy, we exist to serve. We strive to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, we commit to creating a family culture where we use our time, talents, and resources to care for our patients, our communities, and one another.
Job Description
Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
- Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
- Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
- Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
- Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
- Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.
- Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment.
Qualifications
- Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
- New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
- Current state licensure
- CPR certification
- Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
- Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office
- Additional Information
Benefits Package Includes
- Bonus Rewards Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 6 paid holidays
- 401(k) matching
- Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health & Wellness Program
- Gym Membership Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog
Professional Development
- Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education
- Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more
- New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops
- Journal Clubs
- Clinical Director Training
- Opportunities for specialization and leadership development
- Work Life Balance
- Flexible Scheduling
- Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy
- Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night
Partnerships with Local High School Athletic Teams
Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive!
Key Responsibilities
Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including exercises, gait training, and manual therapy. Document patient progress in medical charts and instruct patients and families on home exercise techniques and assistive devices.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $63k (middle half $58k–$67k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Tennessee | 725 active | 22,012 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Tennessee Physical Therapist listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 24% offer loan repayment752 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,606 in the last 30 days | 4,604 the 30 days before (+65%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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