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US Physical Therapy
Cookeville, Tennessee

Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
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Job Description

Company Description

Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. Our mission remains unchanged: To Serve. While we have grown, one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our patients, communities, and employees.

We are committed to

  • Delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care
  • Developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through our top-notch clinical education program
  • Supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities

Our Mission

At STAR Physical Therapy, we exist to serve. We strive to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, we commit to creating a family culture where we use our time, talents, and resources to care for our patients, our communities, and one another.

Job Description

Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess physical status, range of motion, strength, posture, ambulation, balance, and independence in activities of daily living.

  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results.
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare reports according to facility procedures.
  • Interact professionally with patients, family members, and staff.

Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Exercise Physiologists, Technicians, Certified Athletic Trainers, and students in direct and indirect patient care.

Ensure supervised personnel carry out treatments as outlined in the physical therapy evaluation.

Contribute to program development and participate in educational activities for personal and professional growth.

  • Assist in outreach community events as directed by the Clinic Director.
  • Adhere to state practice act regulations and the American Physical Therapy Association code of ethics.

Must have a degree from an accredited educational institution and be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of TN

Qualifications

  • Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program
  • New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Current state of TN Physical Therapist (PT) licensure
  • CPR certification
  • Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment

Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office

Additional Information

Benefits Package includes

  • Bonus Rewards Program
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 6 paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching
  • Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Health & Wellness Program
  • Gym Membership Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog
  • Professional Development
  • Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education
  • Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more
  • New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops
  • Journal Clubs
  • Clinical Director Training
  • Opportunities for specialization and leadership development
  • Work Life Balance
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy
  • Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night
  • Partnerships with local high school athletic teams
  • Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive!

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for patients. Supervise support staff and students while maintaining accurate clinical records and participating in professional development.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient evaluationTreatment planningElectronic medical recordsRange of motion assessmentStaff supervisionRegulatory compliance

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 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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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
37%
Loan repayment
29%
Relocation assistance
7%

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Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Cookeville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$328k
Typical market rent
$1,463/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Benefits & Perks

Bonus Rewards Program
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Generous Paid Time Off
6 paid holidays
401(k) matching
Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance