Physical Therapist PRN

Overview

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center
:
Located in Nashville, Tennessee, VUMC is a global center for teaching, discovery, and patient care. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated. The mission is to advance health and wellness through programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization: Physical Therapy

Under medical supervision, the Physical Therapist is responsible for delivering services that restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities for patients with injuries or disease.

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist seeking flexibility, variety, and the opportunity to work with a nationally recognized healthcare team? Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist to support inpatient acute care services on the Lebanon, TN campus. This role offers flexible weekday and weekend shifts, exposure to diverse patient populations, and a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Schedule:

• Weekday Shifts (2-3 days/week)
• Weekend Shifts (at least 2 weekend days per month)

• Perform evidence-based physical therapy evaluations and treatments for a wide range of conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehab professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Document patient progress and outcomes using electronic medical records (EMR).
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and recovery strategies.
• Flex between acute care and outpatient orthopedic/sports/general rehab settings as needed.

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Tennessee (or eligible for licensure).
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• Experience in inpatient acute care and/or outpatient rehab preferred.
• Strong communication, time management, and clinical reasoning skills.

• Nationally Recognized:
  Part of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, consistently ranked among top hospitals in the U.S.
• Flexible Scheduling:
  Suitable for work-life balance or supplementing a full-time role.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Multidisciplinary team focused on innovation and patient-centered care.
• Professional Development:
  Access to continuing education, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.

• Core Accountabilities
  :
  Organizational impact, problem solving, breadth of knowledge, and team interaction.
• Core Capabilities
  :
  Supporting colleagues, delivering excellent service, ensuring high quality, managing resources, and fostering innovation.

• Responsibilities:
  Certified and experienced in Physical Therapy practices as applicable.
• Certifications:
  
  Licensure as Physical Therapist (Tennessee).
• Work Experience:
  
  Relevant work experience required; experience level may vary (examples indicate less than 1 year).
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree (as applicable by program requirements).

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