Physical Therapist

We are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Certified Physical Therapist/TBI functional recovery and mobility coach supporting a 27-year-old individual with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in East Tennessee.

The client currently walks with the assistance of a walker/rollator and has ambitious goals, including walking across the stage unaided to accept their college diploma in Fall 2028.

In addition to local weekly therapy, the client travels annually for intensive programs at the Shepherd Center in Atlanta, GA, and Shirley Ryan Ability Lab in Chicago, IL.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent time management, creativity, and a willingness to think outside the box to help this determined young athlete achieve their rehabilitation and life goals. This is a full-time role with flexible hours.

Monday-Friday 7:00 AM (earliest) to 5:00 PM (latest), with flexibility as needed. Nights, weekends, and holidays are off.

• Transportation to medical appointments, physical therapy (PT), swimming, stretching sessions, and support for online college courses
• Accompanying the client and family on out-of-state trips to rehabilitation facilities and vacations
• Continuing therapy exercises and support outside of scheduled sessions to maximize progress

• Active Certified Physical Therapist licensure with a strong background in TBI rehabilitation
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Successful background check and willingness to sign an NDA
• Ability to travel out of state
• Comfortable working with a service dog

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 1 week paid vacation after the first year; 2 weeks after the second year
• Brand new, fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment (no pets, no smoking)
• Nights, weekends, and holidays off

• Paid time off

• Master's (Preferred)

• Physical therapy: 5 years (Required)

• Physical Therapy License (Required)

• Day Shift (Required)

In person