Physical Therapist

Company 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.

• Assess patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on evaluation results.
• Review the physician's referral, 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.

• 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 and effectively in an autonomous environment.
• Basic PC skills and knowledge, including Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office.

Entire benefits package equivalent to OVER $20,000 and 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 & )

• Over 10 company‑sponsored continuing education tracks, 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.

• 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.

This job is located at the Shelbyville clinic.