PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSIST
Compensation
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Job Description
This position would entail working as a PTA within our PT department while being part of Sport Ortho’s fully integrated musculoskeletal platform, where orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, PA/NPs, physical therapists, and support staff practice together under one roof every single day. Not as separate departments or through referral faxes, but as one unified care team collaborating to provide comprehensive patient care.
We offer a competitive total compensation package including base salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, disability, and life, in addition to other outstanding benefits such as continuing education reimbursement and Paid Time Off.
About Sport Ortho Physical Therapy
Sport Ortho Physical Therapy is an emerging outpatient physical therapy practice that is part of a comprehensive orthopedic model of Sport Ortho. We are committed to offering an innovative experience to the patient by having an integrated approach with a team of providers, including Orthopedic Physician Assistants, Physical Therapists, and Physical Therapy Assistants.
Within the Sport Ortho model, our providers work together daily to provide comprehensive orthopedic care including on site medical imaging, regenerative medicine, manual therapy, sports medicine, and physical therapy services.
Requirements
- Currently possess an active Physical Therapy Assistant License in Tennessee
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program
- Positive attitude that is willing to be a part of an integrated Orthopedic Approach
Medical Specialties
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
License/Certification
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Full Benefits Package
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Come join a growing team of healthcare professionals!
sportorthourgentcare.com
Key Responsibilities
Work as a Physical Therapist Assistant within an integrated musculoskeletal platform collaborating with surgeons and physicians. Provide comprehensive patient care including manual therapy and sports medicine services.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSIST at Sport Ortho Urgent Care a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) — ranked against 403 active Orthopedic Surgery (Physical Therapy) listings on WeekdayDoc.
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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