Physical Therapist - PRN
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Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Midtown - MPOWER - Nashville, TN 37203, Position Type: PRN, Job Shift: Day, Physical Therapist - PRN Would you like to take your career to the next level by working in an outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine PT setting?
Do you have manual therapy experience, lots of energy and a drive to make a difference in your patients’ lives? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are looking for a motivated, well-rounded Physical Therapist who is passionate about what they do, always seeking to improve, and excited to join our stellar team of therapists!
The physical therapist will provide professional orthopedic care for clinic patients and perform clinical tasks such as manual therapy, modalities and proper documentation on all patients.
MINIMUM ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Evaluate and treat patients and complete appropriate documentation in a timely fashion Supervise technicians Develop protocols and patient education materials Assist supervisor in daily operational duties as needed Maintain all continuing education requirements Participate in and help foster an environment of continued learning in our pursuit of clinical excellence Communicate appropriately with physicians and their staff on patient care issues Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations Maintain patient confidentiality; comply with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice Maintain detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions Maintain Physical Therapist licensure in the state of Tennessee Attend CPR, OSHA, and CLIA training programs Attend all regular meetings Perform all other tasks and projects assigned by the Manager or physicians: KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral level degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university required Extensive training in orthopedic care preferred Manual Therapy skills preferred Management experience preferred Physical Therapist must be licensed in the state of Tennessee Minimum of two years of experience in a physician office or orthopedic setting (new graduates must demonstrate superior ability to perform through a clinical affiliation or by other comparable means) Ability to manage multiple patients and administer appropriate modalities Extensive knowledge in exercise physiology, bio mechanics, and exercise prescription (work towards Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association or Performance Enhancement Specialist from the National Academy of Sports Medicine is preferred) Working knowledge of manual therapy techniques Working knowledge of billing issues, CPT codes, and basic knowledge of Insurance related issues Comfortable effectively using MS Office programs including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook Ability to work with Practice Management software Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor Good communication skills and the ability to perform patient education duties Neat and professional appearance We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Key Responsibilities
The physical therapist will evaluate and treat patients in an outpatient orthopedic setting while performing manual therapy and clinical documentation. They are also responsible for supervising technicians, developing patient protocols, and maintaining professional communication with physicians.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy and possess a valid Tennessee license, with at least two years of experience in an orthopedic or physician office setting preferred. Proficiency in manual therapy, exercise physiology, and practice management software is required.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (171 salary observations; 1,195 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,671 salary observations; 51,402 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).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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