Outpatient Physical Therapist - PRN
Listed compensation
$50-$55/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
PRN Physical Therapist – Outpatient Ortho
Build Your Outpatient Physical Therapy Career with us!
Murfreesboro, TN
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 PRN Float Physical Therapists (PTs) 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.
PRN Benefits of Joining Results
- Competitive PRN compensation: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
- 401k with company match
- 20% continuing education discount on IAMT CEU courses
- Free Medbridge account / ongoing access
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing support and resources for personal and work-life needs
- Opportunity to transition into a full-time or part-time role
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 PRN Physical Therapist
- Provide PRN (as needed) coverage at a single clinic, or float across multiple locations in Murfreesboro
- 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
- PRN Schedule
- 1-19 hours per week
- Weekdays, weekends, evenings, and mornings available
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT, MPT, or equivalent)
- Active / pending Tennessee Physical Therapist license (or eligible)
- 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!
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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.
Key Responsibilities
Provide as-needed physical therapy coverage at one clinic or float among multiple Murfreesboro locations, developing individualized, evidence-based care plans and delivering high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy. Collaborate with colleagues, build relationships with patients and local providers, and participate in ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 40 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 28% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (301 salary observations; 1,480 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,056 salary observations; 57,503 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.3 / 10 · above average in physical therapy | ranked against 21,942 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $104k–$114k | Physical Therapy median $132k (middle half $125k–$156k)153 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Tennessee vs national | $85k median in Tennessee | $94k nationally (−9%)301 state / 15,056 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$119k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Tennessee | 731 active | 21,948 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 28% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Physical Therapist - PRN at Results Physiotherapy a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,942 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$109k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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