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Results Physiotherapy
Springfield, Tennessee

Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Physical Therapist AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$26-$34/hr

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Ortho
  • Grow Your Outpatient PTA Career with us!
  • Springfield, TN

Full Time, Part Time, & PRN Options Available

At Results Physiotherapy with Ascension - Saint Thomas, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.

We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

Why Clinicians Choose Results

  • Competitive PTA compensation: $26.00 - $34.00+ per hour (negotiable, based on experience)
  • Sign-on bonus for full-time hires (up to $5,000)
  • Achievable monthly clinical incentive bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available)
  • 401k 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 PTAs
  • 12-month one-on-one clinical mentorship program – grow and advance your skills with a seasoned Upstream clinician!
  • Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through IAMT + $1500 annual allowance for external courses!
  • Free Medbridge account / ongoing access
  • Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement

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 Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
  • Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
  • Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
  • Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs
  • Schedule Options
  • Full Time (30-40 hours)
  • Part Time (1-29 hours)
  • PRN (1-19 hours, as needed)

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (or upcoming graduate)
  • Active / Pending Tennessee PTA license (or eligible)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PTA 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 — the patient in front of you.

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 Therapist Assistants 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: 3556 Tom Austin Hwy Ste 2, Springfield, Tennessee
  • More Information: resultspt.com

Key Responsibilities

Deliver hands-on, evidence-based physical therapy care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Collaborate with the clinical team to track patient progress and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and function.

Key Skills

Orthopedic rehabilitationPatient careTreatment planningMobility assessmentStrength trainingEvidence-based practiceCollaborationCommunication

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (249 salary observations; 1,654 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,670 salary observations; 64,203 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; 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)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Tennessee vs national$85k median in Tennessee$94k nationally (−10%)249 state / 11,670 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$68k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Tennessee708 active21,979 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repayment$5k sign-onTennessee physical therapist listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 24% offer loan repayment733 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,887 in the last 30 days4,353 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$62k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top PTA Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

8 jobs · 7 employers
1
$52k
2
$60k-70k
4
$70k-80k
1
$83k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

10 jobs · 7 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
80% this job
Sign-on bonus
40% this job
Loan repayment
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRNPer Diem

UnitedHealth Group · Harriman, Tennessee

$55k-$83k
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant

Quincy Medical Group · Quincy, Illinois

$25-$37.5/hr
#3

Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

$28-$36/hr
#4

Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

$26-$35/hr
+ 8 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

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

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About Results Physiotherapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Nashville, TN
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000
Monthly clinical incentive bonus program
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% employer paid medical premium option)
401k with company match
15 days PTO
6.5 company-paid holidays
12-week ramp up period for new grads
12-month one-on-one clinical mentorship

Living in Springfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$341k
Typical market rent
$1,534/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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