Physical Therapist, Full Time (Knoxville/Oak Ridge, TN)

Physical Therapist, Full Time

Tri-State East Tennessee, LLC. is a locally and privately-owned outpatient physical therapy company, based in Knoxville, TN. We have been partnered with Summit Medical Group, the largest primary care group in East TN, since 2011 and represent the clinical staff (PTs/PTAs) for 9 outpatient PT clinics located in the East Tennessee Region.

We offer very competitive compensation and benefits that include medical/dental/vision insurance, PTO, CEU reimbursement, matching retirement plan, paid holidays, LTD insurance, a potential sign-on bonus, and more!

In addition to a base salary, we also have a generous and attainable performance bonus structure that offers signficant increased income opportunity.

We are currently seeking a full-time PT for our outpatient clinic located in Oak Ridge, TN.

Our patient population consists of 80-90%+ musculoskeletal conditions.

Our productivity expectations are very reasonable!

We look forward to hearing from you on this opportunity!

Email at [email protected]

Call at 865-679-2048

Physical Therapist (PT)

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent qualifying degree.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice, or eligibility for licensure prior to employment.
• Strong clinical knowledge of musculoskeletal conditions, orthopedic rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and evidence-based treatment interventions.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently evaluate patients, establish appropriate plans of care, and make sound clinical decisions.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and achieving measurable functional outcomes.
• Ability to manage patient caseload while maintaining high standards of clinical quality, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities in an outpatient environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), fellow therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, dependability, and a patient-centered approach to care.
• Previous outpatient experience preferred but not required.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess patients' functional limitations, movement impairments, pain, strength, mobility, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that address patient-specific impairments, functional goals, and expected outcomes.
• Provide skilled physical therapy interventions, including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic activities, gait training, and other appropriate treatment techniques.
• Monitor patient progress, reassess functional outcomes, and modify treatment plans as clinically indicated to maximize recovery and functional independence.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment expectations, injury prevention, body mechanics, and individualized home exercise programs.
• Establish meaningful, measurable functional goals and actively engage patients in achieving their rehabilitation objectives.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of evaluations, daily treatment encounters, progress reports, and discharge summaries in accordance with professional, regulatory, and payer requirements.
• Demonstrate clinical decision-making and documentation that support medical necessity, skilled intervention, and the continued need for physical therapy services.
• Communicate effectively with referring physicians, healthcare providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and promote optimal outcomes.
• Provide appropriate direction, supervision, and collaboration with Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with applicable state practice acts and professional standards.
• Manage assigned patient schedules and caseloads efficiently while maintaining excellent clinical care, patient engagement, and treatment quality.
• Foster a welcoming, supportive, and professional clinical environment that promotes patient satisfaction, trust, and long-term relationships.
• Promote patient adherence to prescribed treatment plans, scheduled appointments, and home exercise programs to support successful rehabilitation outcomes.
• Participate in team meetings, clinical discussions, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all applicable federal and state regulations, professional ethical standards, organizational policies, and patient privacy requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment, ensuring proper use and care of clinical equipment.
• Collaborate with clinic leadership and fellow team members to support operational efficiency, patient access, and overall clinic performance.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, adaptability, and a commitment to the organization's mission and standards of excellence.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay: $76,000.00 - $91,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Oak Ridge, TN 37831: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person