Physical Therapist PRN

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Organization:

Physical Therapy

Job Summary:

JOB SUMMARY
Under medical supervision, the Physical Therapist is responsible for the delivery of services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.

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Make a Difference Every Day – Join Vanderbilt Health

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist looking for 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 our Lebanon, TN campus.

This is a great opportunity for clinicians seeking 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 a month)

How you will make a difference:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Why Join Vanderbilt Health?

• Nationally Recognized: Part of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the U.S.

• Flexible Scheduling: Ideal for work-life balance or supplementing a full-time role.

• Collaborative Culture: Work with a multidisciplinary team that values innovation and patient-centered care.

• Professional Development: Access to continuing education, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provides and documents assessment of strength, range of motion, balance and coordination, posture, muscle performance, and motor function.
• Provides and documents various treatments including exercise, electrical stimulation, hot packs or cold compresses, ultrasound to relive paid or reduce swelling.
• Provides and documents patient education regarding treatment plan, activity, exercises, assistive and/or adaptive devices such as crutches, walkers, prostheses, and wheelchairs.
• Assesses wounds, implementing the appropriate skin care protocol.
• Performs duties and responsibilities with indirect supervision and must frequently make independent decisions.
• Participates in discharge plan rounds as needed.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
• Rehab Therapist Patient Documentation (Novice): Demonstrates proficiency in documentation practices. Documents in the appropriate templates and utilizes only approved abbreviations within patient documentation. Meets institutional standards for quality and timeliness of documentation.
• Rehabilitation Therapist Patient Evaluation (Novic