Pays $35-$62.5/hrPhysical Therapist market median is ~$84k (12 jobs)

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UnitedHealth Group
Springfield, Tennessee

Physical Therapist (PRN) - Lifeline Home Health Care

Physical TherapistPer Diem
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

About the Role

PRN Physical Therapist for home health in Springfield, TN. Hourly pay $35-$62.50. Hospice care focus.

Join UnitedHealth Group as a Physical Therapist – PRN, Home Health in Springfield, Tennessee.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $35 - $62.50/hr.
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution

Work Schedule

  • Per Diem position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Physical Therapist – PRN, Home Health.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop home exercise programs, and provide direct treatment to hospice patients. They are responsible for documenting clinical visits, participating in interdisciplinary group meetings, and coordinating care with physicians and families.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Physical Therapy license and CPR certification. A valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation are required to perform home visits.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

CPR

Key Skills

Physical therapyPatient assessmentHome exercise program developmentDocumentationCare managementInterdisciplinary collaborationAdaptive equipment selectionSymptom controlCommunicationOrganizational skillsTime management

Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context

In Tennessee, Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$84k across 521 listings, vs ~$91k nationally (19,259 listings).

Tennessee's cost-of-living index is 91.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$101k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state — Tennessee ranks #1 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 1,032 active listings.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$101k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 12 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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About UnitedHealth Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Eden Prairie , Minnesota
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution