PRN Physical Therapist – C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland Therapy Locations

Physical Therapist 8.1 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsPer Diem

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Job Description

PRN Physical Therapist - C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland Therapy Locations

Serve Athletes. Inspire Active Adults. Work in a State‑of‑the‑Art Training Environment.

At the Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics (CSMO), our C4 therapy locations offer a unique blend of clinical excellence and performance-driven rehabilitation. We proudly serve patients of all ages, but we are especially known for working with athletes and active adults who want to get back to doing what they love - safely, quickly, and at the highest level possible.

We're seeking skilled, motivated PRN Physical Therapists who thrive in an energetic environment and want access to tools, space, and resources that go far beyond traditional outpatient clinics.

Why Therapists Love Working at C4

A True Sports‑performance Rehab Environment, Featuring

  • Indoor turf field for agility, plyometrics, and return‑to‑sport drills
  • A compact basketball court for functional movement, jump training, and sport‑specific testing
  • An extensively equipped weight room supporting strength, power, and conditioning programs
  • Opportunities to work directly with athletes, weekend warriors, and highly active adults
  • Flexible PRN scheduling across C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland
  • No nights, weekends or holidays, supporting true work-life balance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Ongoing mentorship to support clinical and sports-specialty development
  • Be part of Chattanooga's most trusted orthopaedic and sports medicine network

Your Role & Impact

As a PRN Physical Therapist with C4, you will help patients return to high-level performance using advanced rehab tools and evidence-based practice. Whether it's a competitive athlete returning to their sport, an active adult rehabbing an injury, or a motivated patient working toward long-term strength and mobility, your expertise directly shapes their outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive evaluations and create individualized treatment plans
  • Deliver evidence-based interventions in both clinic and performance spaces
  • Utilize turf, court, and weight room equipment for functional and sport-specific rehab
  • Collaborate with PTAs, athletic trainers, physicians, and support staff
  • Document accurately and maintain high-quality patient communication
  • Float between C4 Chattanooga and C4 Cleveland therapy locations as needed

Minimum Qualifications

  • Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
  • BLS (CPR) certification preferred
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Prefer one year of outpatient orthopaedic experience
  • A genuine passion for serving athletes, active adults, and the outpatient orthopaedic population
  • A growth‑minded clinician who values lifelong learning, professional development, and staying current with evidence‑based practice
  • Ability to travel between both C4 locations
  • About CSMO & C4

The Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics has served the Chattanooga and North Georgia region since 1979, offering industry-leading orthopaedic care, sports medicine, and rehabilitation services across 12 locations. Our C4 facilities reflect our mission to provide top-tier therapy in an environment that supports functional performance, athletic recovery, and long-term wellness.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome individuals who share our commitment to excellence, compassion, and professional growth.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Physical Therapist with a passion for sports medicine and orthopaedics. One year of outpatient orthopaedic experience is preferred, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

BLS (preferred)

Key Skills

Physical therapyOrthopaedic rehabilitationPatient evaluationTreatment planningStrength and conditioningClinical documentationCollaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 58% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$86k (229 salary observations; 1,363 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,353 salary observations; 54,868 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).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN Physical Therapist – C4 Chattanooga & C4 Cleveland Therapy Locations at Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics a 8.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 22,654 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

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

Benefits & Perks36 jobs · 33 employers

401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
72%
Sign-on bonus
44%
Loan repayment
25%
Relocation assistance
6%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.1
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,654 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights

Living in Chattanooga

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$327k
Typical market rent
$1,513/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
91.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Chattanooga, TN-GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics

Medical Practices
Chattanooga, Tennessee
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible PRN scheduling
No nights, weekends, or holidays
401(k) with employer matching
Ongoing mentorship