Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist – Wound Care Preferred

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital – Lebanon, TN

Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Some Weekend Coverage Required

Make a Difference Every Day at Vanderbilt Health!

Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Lebanon, Tennessee. This full-time opportunity offers a consistent weekday schedule with occasional weekend coverage while providing the chance to work alongside one of the nation's most respected healthcare systems.

We are looking for a clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Wound care experience is strongly preferred.

If you are committed to helping patients regain mobility, restore function, and improve quality of life, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity with Vanderbilt Health.

Position Highlights

• Full-time schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Some weekend rotations required
• Primarily supporting acute care/inpatient rehabilitation services
• Opportunity to work with medically complex patient populations
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care environment
• Wound care experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist, you will:

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, assessments, and treatment plans
• Deliver evidence-based interventions focused on improving mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional independence
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and rehabilitation professionals to coordinate individualized care plans
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding mobility strategies, exercise programs, safety, and recovery goals
• Document patient progress, treatment outcomes, and clinical recommendations in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Support rehabilitation initiatives across acute care settings while maintaining high standards of patient care
• Apply wound care knowledge and best practices when appropriate to support patient healing and recovery

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current or eligible Tennessee Physical Therapist license
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical reasoning skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute care physical therapy
• Experience with wound care treatment and management
• Background working with medically complex or post-surgical patients

Why Vanderbilt Health?

Nationally Recognized Excellence

Vanderbilt Health is consistently recognized among the nation's leading healthcare systems for patient care, innovation, and clinical excellence.

Collaborative Culture

Join a supportive interdisciplinary team dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to every patient.

Professional Growth

Access continuing education opportunities, mentorship, clinical development resources, and career advancement pathways within Vanderbilt Health.

Meaningful Work

Help patients regain independence and improve outcomes while making a direct impact on your community every day.

Apply Today and join Vanderbilt Health to become part of a mission-driven organization committed to changing lives through exceptional patient care.