Physical Therapist

Ascension; McMinnville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling services

Spiritual care

Job summary

Ascension in McMinnville, TN is seeking a Physical Therapist to design and implement individualized treatment plans, guided by comprehensive assessments and patient goals. You will empower patients and families, revising plans as recovery progresses, and deliver evidence-based interventions to restore mobility and improve quality of life.

You will mentor PT assistants and students, fostering collaboration to maintain high standards of care and ongoing professional development within the team.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement personalized physical therapy programs by performing comprehensive assessments to ensure treatment plans evolve with the patient's recovery journey.
• Empower patients and their families by involving them in the creation and revision of care plans, ensuring goals are meaningful, achievable, and patient-centered.
• Execute evidence-based therapy interventions using advanced clinical techniques to restore mobility and improve the overall quality of life for your patients.
• Mentor and oversee physical therapy assistants and students, fostering a collaborative environment that ensures high-quality care delivery and professional growth across the team.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Department: Physical Therapy
• Schedule: PRN | Day Shift
• Location: McMinnville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas River Park

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Design and implement personalized physical therapy programs by performing comprehensive assessments to ensure treatment plans evolve with the patient's recovery journey.
• Empower patients and their families by involving them in the creation and revision of care plans, ensuring goals are meaningful, achievable, and patient-centered.
• Execute evidence-based therapy interventions using advanced clinical techniques to restore mobility and improve the overall quality of life for your patients.
• Mentor and oversee physical therapy assistants and students, fostering a collaborative environment that ensures high-quality care delivery and professional growth across the team.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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