Physical Therapist – Sports Medicine

VUMC

2 days ago

Nashville, TennesseeFull TimeSports Medicine

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Vanderbilt University Medical Center as a Physical Therapist – Sports Medicine, Variable Hours in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Implement injury prevention strategies, emergency action plans, and return‑to‑play protocols Conduct advanced.

Provide direct patient care in the clinic approximately 50% of the time, with the remaining responsibilities.

provide on‑site support as needed Uphold Vanderbilt Medical Center’s standards for professionalism, teamwork.

provide high-quality work/service.

Benefits & Compensation

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Vanderbilt University Medical Center in United States.

Key Skills

Physical TherapySports MedicineInjury PreventionEmergency Action PlansReturn To Play ProtocolsFunctional EvaluationsClinical JudgmentCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsEvidence Based CareOrthopedic RehabilitationProgram DevelopmentPatient CareDocumentationGoal SettingInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Requirements

Required qualifications include being a Licensed Physical Therapist with strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills, alongside a demonstrated commitment to athlete safety and evidence-based care, plus a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications include experience in sports medicine, athletic performance, or high-level orthopedic rehabilitation, and comfort in fast-paced, athlete-focused environments.

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Position Insights

WeekdayDoc rates Physical Therapist – Sports Medicine at VUMC a 2.4/10 for work-life balance — below average.

This position offers no on-call requirements.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), which can forgive remaining federal student loan balances after 10 years of qualifying payments.

Key skills for this role include Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Injury Prevention, Emergency Action Plans, Return To Play Protocols.

Benefits include Comprehensive Day-One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Mileage Reimbursement.