Physical Therapist (PT)
Company: VitalCore Health Strategies
Location: Nashville
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Join the VitalCore Team in Tennessee! We’re people who are
fueled by passion, not by profit. VitalCore Health Strategies,
(VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Healthcare, has an
opening for a Full-Time Physical Therapist at Davidson County
Downtown Detention Center in Nashville, TN Looking for a rewarding
career in the field of healthcare with competitive wages, annual
incentive payment, and excellent benefits package At VitalCore we
pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring dedicate, compassionate
individuals committed to providing quality services. Join our team
and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes
a positive work environment that is based on respect and
appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff. POSITION
SUMMARY The Physical Therapist (PT) assists patients (inmates) who
have lost motor function due to injury, illness, or disability and
create a rehabilitation plan. The PT works under the supervision of
the Site Medical Director and is an integral part of the medical
team at their facility. ESENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Will be required to
work within a correctional facility. - Evaluate patients' physical
conditions and develop individualized treatment plans - Ensures
patient observation for therapy evaluations, formulates treatment
plans, and provides treatment. - Analyzes treatment plans utilizing
various technique which may include: therapeutic exercise, manual
therapy, functional training, and mechanical modalities. -
Documents pertinent observations and logical conclusions to
validate need for treatment. - Utilizes available in-house resource
personnel for treatment and resolution of identified problems
before utilizing off-site referral. - Provides treatment of
disability, injury, and disease by use of different mechanisms. -
Demonstrates proper technique of patient management according to
established policy and licensure requirements. - Supports standards
of medical care through adherence to existing policies and
procedures. - Serves as a resource to other professional or
non-professional personnel providing instructions as needed. -
Participates in monthly review of quality care and chart reviews as
requested. - Notifies Site Medical Director and/or Site Health
Services Administrator of schedule changes. - Assists in
arrangement for coverage of medical services if unavailable for an
extended period of time. - Other duties as requested by the Site
Medical Director. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - Graduate of an accredited
Physical Therapy program. - Current Tennessee Physical Therapist
license - CPR/BLS Certified - Able to deal tactfully with
personnel, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel,
and the general public. - Possess leadership and supervisory
ability and be able to work harmoniously with and supervise other
personnel. - Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety
of other individuals in the workplace Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day,
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence
Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
- Medical - Dental - Vision Insurance - Health Savings Account -
Life Insurance - Short Term/Long Term Disability - Pet Insurance -
Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center - 401K & Plan
Matching - PTO - Annual Incentive Bonus VitalCore Health Strategies
is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and
maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an
opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the
business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique
perspectives. Keywords: Physical Therapist, PT, pt, correctional
health INDTN Compensation details: 46-48 Hourly Wage
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