Physical Therapist Assistant (Part Time) - East Nashville
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in Tennessee post a median of $33.25 an hour, the middle half $30.39–$34.50, across 17 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapist assistants employed in Tennessee earn a median of $30.05 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Physical therapist assistants in Tennessee: pay by town and employer
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About the job
- Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, including modality treatments, therapeutic exercises, gait training, neuromuscular re-education, manual therapy, ADL training, and wound dressing.
- Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.
- Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion, strength, and vital signs as needed.
- Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.
- Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant students and technicians.
- Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques.
- Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Tennessee
- Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
- New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
- Current state of Tennessee Physical Therapist Assistant 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
Entire benefits package equivalent to OVER $20 000 and 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!
From U.S. Physical Therapy's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About U.S. Physical Therapy
Publicly traded operator of outpatient physical and occupational therapy clinics, with 796 (source: U.S. Physical Therapy, Home (company figures)) clinics in 45 (source: U.S. Physical Therapy, Home (company figures)) states. Source: U.S. Physical Therapy, Home (company figures)
Based in Houston, TXHires in 15 statesPay on its listings: 26.3% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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