Physical Therapist (PT) Outpatient Rehabilitation

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Full-time

Clarksville, TN, USA

Posted on Jul 15, 2026

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Organization:

VCH Physical Therapy

Job Summary:

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for administering and directing appropriate Physical Therapy evaluation and treatment as prescribed by qualified physician. Responsible for effective communication and accurate documentation.

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Physical Therapist (PT) Outpatient Rehabilitation

Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital | Clarksville, TN

Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week
Benefits Eligible Day One

Grow Your Physical Therapy Career with Vanderbilt Health

Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our outpatient rehabilitation team. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a new graduate, you'll have the opportunity to treat a diverse patient population while working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes.

Enjoy the resources and clinical excellence of Vanderbilt Health while practicing in a community-focused environment that offers strong teamwork, professional development, and work-life balance.

Experience the strength of Vanderbilt Health without the Nashville commute.

Why Therapists Choose Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital

  • Benefits available starting Day One

  • Diverse outpatient caseload across orthopedic, post-surgical, neurologic, vestibular, and mobility-related conditions

  • 45-minute treatment and evaluation appointments that support individualized patient care

  • Typical daily schedule of up to 10 patients during an 8-hour workday

  • Structured onboarding program with a gradual transition to a full caseload over your first four weeks

  • Consistent scheduling with flexibility to support work-life balance

  • Access to Summit Education's continuing education platform, offering unlimited online and in-person courses

  • Collaborative rehabilitation team committed to evidence-based practice and exceptional patient outcomes

  • Occasional inpatient weekend coverage (approximately one weekend per month) providing additional clinical variety

  • Community hospital environment backed by one of the nation's leading healthcare systems

Why Clarksville?

Clarksville is one of Tennessee's fastest-growing communities, offering an affordable cost of living, family-friendly neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Nashville. It's an ideal location for professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.

What Your Practice Looks Like

As an Outpatient Physical Therapist, you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans that help patients improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and achieve their goals.

You'll collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, physical therapist assistants, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Our schedules are built in 45-minute increments for both evaluations and treatment sessions, allowing therapists the time to focus on individualized, evidence-based care while developing meaningful relationships with patients throughout their recovery journey.

Common Patient Populations

  • Orthopedic injuries and conditions

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation

  • Joint replacement recovery

  • Balance and fall prevention

  • Neurological conditions

  • Vestibular disorders and dizziness-related conditions

  • Gait and mobility impairments

  • Chronic pain management

  • Strengthening and conditioning

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations

  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient goals and clinical findings

  • Deliver evidence-based interventions focused on mobility, strength, balance, function, and quality of life

  • Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait training, balance training, and patient education

  • Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to optimize outcomes

  • Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation

Supportive Onboarding for New Graduates and Experienced Therapists

Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital offers a structured onboarding experience designed to support your success.

New team members work closely with experienced rehabilitation staff while learning documentation workflows, treatment planning processes, and clinic operations. During your first four weeks, you'll gradually progress toward a full caseload at a pace that promotes confidence, learning, and long-term success.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program

  • Current Tennessee Physical Therapist license or license eligibility

  • Outpatient rehabilitation experience preferred but not required

  • Strong communication and patient education skills

  • Commitment to exceptional patient-centered care

Apply Today

If you're looking for an outpatient Physical Therapist opportunity that offers clinical variety, professional growth, meaningful patient relationships, and the support of Vanderbilt Health, we encourage you to apply.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Contributes effectively to designated team(s), Hospital goals and performance improvement activities in order to achieve Hospital mission
• Provides for a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers
• Demonstrates competency in evaluation of all areas that PT is responsible for in an accurate and timely manner
• Demonstrates safe and effective treatment/ management of performance areas with all assigned patients
• Demonstrates effective and safe use of the following treatment strategies
• Demonstrates safe and appropriate usage of treatment equipment
• Consistently communicates to PTA and other clinicians involved in the patient care
• Consistently communicates with other outside entities directly involved with patient outcomes
• Completes all necessary documentation completely, accurately, and on a timely basis
• Demonstrates the ability to efficiently complete all scheduling tasks
• Consistently completes billing both timely and accurately
• Demonstrates the ability to provide coverage in inpatient or outpatient therapy

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Physical Therapy License - Tennessee

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

Less than 1 year

Education:

Bachelor's

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.