PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland

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Job Description

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland

Help Athletes Recover. Support Active Adults. Work in a Performance‑Focused Rehab Environment.

At the Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics (CSMO), our C4 therapy locations are designed for movement, performance, and outcomes. With a patient base that includes athletes, weekend warriors, and active adults who want to return to high‑level function, C4 offers PTAs a dynamic, energizing place to grow.

We're seeking motivated PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a passion for helping people move better - all within a supportive and collaborative therapy team.

Why PTAs Love Working at C4

A Performance‑oriented Rehab Environment Featuring

  • Indoor turf training lane for dynamic, functional, and return‑to‑sport progressions
  • A compact full basketball court ideal for movement training, jump mechanics, and sport‑specific drills
  • A fully equipped weight training area supporting strength, power, and conditioning rehab
  • Opportunities to work with athletes and active adults
  • Flexible PRN scheduling across two locations
  • No nights, weekends or holidays
  • Access to 401(k) with employer match
  • A collaborative team culture with PT mentorship and professional development
  • A respected orthopaedic and sports medicine organization with 45+ years of excellence

Your Role & Impact

As a PRN PTA with C4, you'll support patient progress by delivering high-quality, evidence-based treatment under the guidance of licensed Physical Therapists. You'll use advanced tools, functional spaces, and hands-on skills to help patients get back to doing what they love.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out treatment plans designed by supervising Physical Therapists
  • Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, functional tasks, and sport‑specific progressions
  • Utilize turf, compact court, and weight room areas to enhance rehab outcomes
  • Communicate effectively with PTs, athletic trainers, and support staff
  • Provide an encouraging and engaging patient experience
  • Document accurately and efficiently
  • Float between C4 Chattanooga and C4 Cleveland as needed

Minimum Qualifications

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
  • BLS (CPR) certification preferred
  • Strong communication and customer‑service skills
  • Ability to travel between C4 Chattanooga and C4 Cleveland
  • A passion for serving athletes, active adults, and the outpatient orthopaedic population
  • A growth‑minded, lifelong learner committed to evidence‑based practice and continuous improvement
  • About CSMO & C4

The Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics is the region's leader in orthopaedic, sports medicine, and rehabilitation services. Our C4 locations combine traditional outpatient therapy with performance‑based spaces designed to enhance functional recovery, athletic readiness, and long-term strength.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome team members who value excellence, collaboration, integrity, and compassionate care.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to travel between Chattanooga and Cleveland locations is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Physical therapyTherapeutic exerciseFunctional trainingOrthopaedic rehabilitationPatient documentationStrength and conditioningInjury recovery

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (292 salary observations; 1,440 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,655 salary observations; 55,733 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

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).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland at Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics a 8.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

14 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution13 jobs · 8 employers

4
<$70k
7
$70k-75k
0
$75k-80k
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$80k-85k
2
$85k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs · 8 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
92%
Sign-on bonus
77%
Loan repayment
23%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$40-$48.76/hr
#2

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$64k-$88k
#3

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$28-$36/hr
#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.1
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Chattanooga

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$327k
Typical market rent
$1,513/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Chattanooga, TN-GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics

Medical Practices
Chattanooga, Tennessee
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer match
Flexible PRN scheduling
No nights, weekends, or holidays
PT mentorship and professional development