Physical Therapist (PT)

Lifepoint Health Careers; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO & Disability

Tuition & Loan Support

401(k) Match

Wellness Programs

Career Development

Job summary

The Knoxville Rehab Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our on-site team in Knoxville, TN. This full-time role focuses on assessing patients, creating treatment plans, and delivering hands-on therapy to restore strength and mobility.

You will educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, document progress, and collaborate with rehab staff to support safe discharge planning. CPR certification and a Tennessee PT license are required.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience: Previous experience in rehab setting preferred.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physical therapy assessments and develops treatment plans.
• Provides direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
• Educates patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Documents treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
• Collaborates with rehab teams and participates in discharge planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Physical Therapist

Full-time

Your experience matters

Knoxville Rehab Hospital i is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute:

A Physical Therapist who excels in this role:

• Conducts physical therapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provides direct patient care to restore strength, mobility, and function.
• Educates patients and caregivers on home exercise programs.
• Documents treatment sessions and patient outcomes accurately.
• Collaborates with rehab teams and participate in discharge planning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage -tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should hold a current Physical Therapist license in the state of Tennessee

Additional requirements include:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience: Previous experience in rehab setting preferred.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

EEOC Statement

"Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.