Physical Therapist
Listed compensation
$75k-$90k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Tuition assistance
- Benefits/Perks
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Career Growth Opportunities
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic educated and licensed Physical Therapist to help patients improve their mobility and move forward. You will work closely and under the direction of the doctor of physical therapy, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities.
Our therapist needs to be a self-motivated, very organized individual with an advanced degree in physical therapy from an APTA-accredited physical therapy program. Individuals must have a current TN state license in good standing with the State Board of Physical Therapy.
Responsibilities
- Evaluating each patient that is specific to age, illness, injury, and/or disease.
- TIMELY preparing a written plan of care based on evaluation findings.
- Supervising the implementation of each plan of care, and coordinating treatment with support staff.
- Tracking established clinic metrics for both therapist and administrative staff.
- Being a proactive member of our team bringing proposed solutions to any problems that may arise.
- Helping foster a professional environment that is friendly and welcoming to everyone.
- Displaying a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure each patient’s satisfaction.
Qualifications
- Proven working experience as a Physical Therapist
- Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
- Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities
- Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
- Healthcare administration and documentation skills
- License to practice or relevant certification
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Licensed Physical Therapy
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 56% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (306 salary observations; 1,509 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,227 salary observations; 58,316 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $75k–$90k | Physical Therapy median $88k (middle half $84k–$90k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Tennessee vs national | $85k median in Tennessee | $94k nationally (−9%)306 state / 15,227 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$90k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Tennessee | 718 active | 21,895 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 56% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$83k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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