Clinical Navigator - PT (Shift: 8AM - 5PM MST / 9AM - 6PM CST)

TailorCare; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare startup is seeking a Clinical Navigator to provide patient-centered care for musculoskeletal conditions in a remote environment. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and experience in physical therapy. You will guide patients through their treatment options while building trust and advocating for their needs. Competitive benefits and the opportunity for meaningful work await you.

Benefits

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan with employer matching

Wellness resources

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted PT licenses in Texas and Colorado, Compact License preferred.
• Willingness to obtain additional licensure in new states based on market expansion.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in physical therapy or MSK-related clinical roles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical intake assessments and gather key information for evaluation.
• Build trust-based relationships using empathy and motivational interviewing.
• Provide education and guidance to help patients understand treatment options.

Skills

Advanced patient communication and motivational coaching

Clinical decision-making and collaborative care planning

Data-informed clinical navigation and workflow optimization

Proficient in remote care tools and telehealth delivery

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Physiotherapy, or Master of Physical Therapy

Tools

Google Suite

CRMs

telehealth platforms

Job description

About TailorCare

TailorCare is transforming the experience of specialty care. Our comprehensive care program takes a profoundly personal, evidence-based approach to improving patient outcomes for joint, back, and muscle conditions. By carefully assessing patients' symptoms, health histories, preferences, and goals with predictive data and the latest evidence-based guidelines, we help patients choose and navigate the most effective treatment pathway for them every step of the way.

TailorCare values the experiences and perspectives of individuals from all backgrounds. We are a highly collaborative, curious, and determined team passionate about scaling a high-growth start-up to improve the lives of those in pain. TailorCare is a remote-first company with our corporate office located in Nashville.

About the Role

As a Clinical Navigator, you will serve as a licensed physical therapist responsible for delivering exceptional, patient-centered care navigation to individuals managing musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions within a virtual, high-volume call center environment. You will use your clinical expertise, communication skills, and compassionate approach to serve as a trusted advocate for your assigned patients—from initial contact through care plan execution and program graduation.

This role manages the intake process, focusing on direct patient interaction, evidence-based care navigation, and personalized education and motivation.

Responsibilities

Patient Navigation

• Conduct clinical intake assessments and gather key information to evaluate patients' MSK conditions, identify goals, and determine treatment needs.
• Build trust-based relationships using empathy, clinical insight, and motivational interviewing techniques.
• Provide education, shared decision-making, and guidance to help patients understand treatment options and commit to evidence-based care plans.
• Monitor patient progress and proactively provide motivational coaching to support therapy adherence and celebrate key milestones along the care journey.
• Identify and address barriers to care (physical, emotional, behavioral, or social) through personalized strategies and interventions.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, care teams, and external providers to ensure continuity and coordination of care.
• Deliver timely clinical updates and communicate key milestones or concerns throughout the care journey.
  
  

Team Collaboration

• Escalate complex cases to appropriate team members for additional support or clinical decision-making.
• Partner with care team members across the organization to ensure seamless patient experiences.
• Provide peer support by sharing patient communication insights and reinforcing best practices.
• Participate in team meetings, knowledge-sharing forums, and workflow alignment sessions to enhance collaboration and productivity.
  
  

Documentation & Efficiency

• Accurately document all patient interactions and assessments.
• Adhere to established protocols for call times, assessments, etc., balancing personalized interactions with efficiency, time management, and productivity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPTs), or Master of Physical Therapy (MPTs) required
• Current, unrestricted PT licenses in Texas and Colorado (Compact License preferred)
• Willingness to obtain additional licensure in new states based on TailorCare's market expansion
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in physical therapy or MSK-related clinical roles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored to clinical and non-clinical audiences
• Experience using data to optimize clinical workflows and identify opportunities for improved patient outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to navigate fast-paced, evolving environments with autonomy and accountability
• High comfort level with technology, including Google Suite, CRMs, dual-monitor workflows, and real-time communication platforms
  
  

Preferred

• Prior experience in digital health care navigation environments
• Knowledge of value-based care models or population health initiatives
• Prior experience in start-up, growth-stage, or innovation-focused healthcare environments
  
  

Skills

• Advanced patient communication and motivational coaching
• Clinical decision-making and collaborative care planning
• Data-informed clinical navigation and workflow optimization
• Proficient in remote care tools and telehealth delivery
  
  

Location & Schedule

This is a 100% remote role. Candidates must be available to work hours aligned with Central and Mountain Time Zones and maintain active PT licenses in TX and CO, with flexibility to obtain additional state licensure as required for coverage in other markets/states as needed.

What's In It For You

• Meaningful Work: We are dedicated to our mission and deeply value our patients and each other. Each day offers the opportunity to make a positive impact.
• Work Environment: We operate as a remote-first company with options for a hybrid work model in Nashville.
• Time Off: Our generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday plans ensure you have ample time to rest and recharge.
• Family First: We offer paid parental leave and support a healthy work-life balance, encouraging flexibility and autonomy. We love talking about our family and pets!
• Comprehensive Benefits: From Day 1, employees enjoy medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, wellness resources and an employer HSA contribution.
• Fair Compensation: We are committed to equitable pay for all team members and support your future goals with a 401k plan that includes employer matching.
• Community: We foster an inclusive environment where you can rely on your teammates, share honest feedback, and feel comfortable being your authentic self at work each day.
  
  

TailorCare seeks to recruit and retain staff from diverse backgrounds and encourages qualified candidates to apply. TailorCare is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, color, race, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, marital status, political belief, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, military, or veteran status.