JOB POSTING
This job is closed and no longer accepting applications. Closed on November 2, 2026.
Staff Physical Therapist
Dickson, Tennessee
Full-time |
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.
What You’ll Do:
- Assess patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
- Review the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
- Provide direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines
- Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
- Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians
- Complete a written plan of care, develop goals based on evaluation findings, and develop a comprehensive program to attain goals
- Implement physical therapy treatment program and provide essential physical therapy treatments
- Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies
- Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports
- Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program
- New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
- Current state of TN Physical Therapist license
- 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