Autonomous Physical Therapist — Sign-On $5K

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation; Carthage (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation in Tennessee is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, develop treatment plans, and oversee PTAs and rehab staff. You will collaborate with nursing and rehab teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered therapy in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes professionalism, compliance with regulations, and ongoing education while maintaining licensure and contributing to positive patient outcomes. A sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Clinical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English in clinical settings.
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Supervise PTAs, Rehab Techs, and students in line with state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services, including screening, evaluation, and treatment as referred.
• Document accurately and timely within the medical record/billing system.
• Establish and maintain patient-centered interactions with team and facilities.
• Refer to PTAs and provide supervision/consultation.
• Supervise PTAs and Rehab Techs per state acts and policies.
• Participate in utilization review, care conferences, and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Develop and enhance PT programs to support quality outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, infection control, and patient rights policies.
• Maintain ongoing professional development and licensure.

Job description

Smith County Health and Rehabilitation in Tennessee is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide direct patient care, develop treatment plans, and oversee PTAs and rehab staff. You will collaborate with nursing and rehab teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered therapy in a supportive environment.

The role emphasizes professionalism, compliance with regulations, and ongoing education while maintaining licensure and contributing to positive patient outcomes. A sign-on bonus is offered.