Physical Therapist - Lymphedema Specialty
Listed compensation
$82k-$98k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Lymphedema Physical Therapist – Outpatient Specialty
- Build Your Physical Therapy Career with us!
- Nashville, TN (Midtown)
Full Time, Part Time, & PRN Options Available
At Results Physiotherapy with Ascension - Saint Thomas, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you can focus on patient care while advancing your career in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy.
We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN Lymphedema Physical Therapists who want competitive pay, strong mentorship, and a clear path to professional growth that flexes with every stage of your career.
Our Nashville Midtown Specialty Clinic is dedicated to helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes through highly specialized rehabilitation services. In partnership with Ascension Saint Thomas, our team provides comprehensive care for individuals with neurological conditions, complex medical diagnoses, and lymphedema. We pride ourselves on delivering one-on-one, patient-centered care that emphasizes clinical excellence, compassionate service, and evidence-based treatment.
We are seeking a Lymphedema Physical Therapist who is passionate about improving patients' quality of life through individualized treatment and education. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team that values professional growth, mentorship, and the ability to make a lasting impact within the Nashville community.
Why Clinicians Choose Results
- Competitive Physical Therapist compensation: $82,000 - $98,000 per year (negotiable, based on experience)
- Sign-on bonus options for full time hires (up to $15,000)
- Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
- Student loan repayment assistance – non-taxed monthly payments, directly to the principle of your loan!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available)
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO (15 days) and 6.5 company-paid holidays
- Structured onboarding, training, and gradual 12-week ramp up period for new-grad PTs
- 12-month one-on-one clinical mentorship program; grow and advance your skills with a seasoned Upstream clinician!
- In-house 18-month Pelvic Health Development Program
- In-house Residency & Fellowship programs (OCS, SCS, hand & manual therapy)
- Robust CEU opportunities through IAMT + $1500 annual allowance for external courses!
Free Medbridge Account / Ongoing Access
New for 2026! Upstream clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe – purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve
- A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
- What You’ll Do as a Lymphedema Physical Therapist
- Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for your patients
- Deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy
- Collaborate with peers in a fun, values-driven team environment
- Build lasting connections with patients and local providers
- Continue learning and growing through Upstream’s education and development programs
- Schedule Options
- Full Time (30-40 hours) - preferred
- Part Time (1-29 hours)
- PRN (1-19 hours, as needed)
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program; DPT, MPT, or equivalent
- Active / pending Tennessee Physical Therapist license (or eligible)
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) preferred
- Candidates with lymphedema training or experience in Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), manual lymphatic drainage, compression therapy, and patient education will also be considered
- A Better Place to Build Your PT Career
Results (Ascension - Saint Thomas) is proud to be part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of brands. When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic. Our central support teams handle the administrative work so you can focus on what matters most — yourself, your patients, and your team.
With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success. You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists grow at Upstream!
Follow @Lifeatupstream on Instagram, and check out our LinkedIn company page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of the #upstreamfamily.
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Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic.
Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
- Clinic Location: 2011 Murphy Ave Ste 605, Nashville, Tennessee
- More Information: resultspt.com
Key Responsibilities
Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans and deliver high-quality therapy to patients with lymphedema and complex medical or neurological conditions. Collaborate with colleagues and local providers while building patient relationships and continuing professional development.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 52% have no call, 56% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee vs national | $85k median in Tennessee | $94k nationally (−9%)306 state / 15,227 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$98k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Tennessee | 716 active | 21,862 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 52% no call · 56% 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 ~$90k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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