Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy

Physical Therapist

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy

Pleasant View, TN, usFull-timePosted May 11, 2026

Job description

Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. Our mission remains unchanged: To Serve. While we have grown, one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our patients, communities, and employees. We are committed to: Delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care Developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through our top-notch clinical education program Supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities Our Mission: At STAR Physical Therapy, we exist to serve.

We strive to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, we commit to creating a family culture where we use our time, talents, and resources to care for our patients, our communities, and one another.

  • Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess physical status, range of motion, strength, posture, ambulation, balance, and independence in activities of daily living.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results.
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare reports according to facility procedures.
  • Interact professionally with patients, family members, and staff.
  • Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Exercise Physiologists, Technicians, Certified Athletic Trainers, and students in direct and indirect patient care.
  • Ensure supervised personnel carry out treatments as outlined in the physical therapy evaluation.
  • Contribute to program development and participate in educational activities for personal and professional growth.
  • Assist in outreach community events as directed by the Clinic Director.
  • Adhere to state practice act regulations and the American Physical Therapy Association code of ethics.
  • Must have a degree from an accredited educational institution and be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of employment.
  • Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program
  • New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
  • Current state licensure
  • CPR certification
  • Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
  • Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office What You’ll Do:
  • Assess patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
  • Review the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
  • Provide direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines
  • Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
  • Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians
  • Complete a written plan of care, develop goals based on evaluation findings, and develop a comprehensive program to attain goals
  • Implement physical therapy treatment program and provide essential physical therapy treatments
  • Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies
  • Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports Benefits Package includes: Bonus Rewards Program Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Accounts Generous Paid Time Off 6 paid holidays 401(k) matching Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Health & Wellness Program Gym Membership Discounts Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog Professional Development
  • Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education
  • Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more
  • New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops
  • Journal Clubs
  • Clinical Director Training
  • Opportunities for specialization and leadership development Work Life Balance
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy
  • Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night
  • Partnerships with local high school athletic teams Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive!