Physical Therapist jobs in Tennessee

Physical Therapist pay in Tennessee

The median wage for Physical Therapist jobs in Tennessee is $48.15 per hour ($100,152 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $47.53/hour, from $35.78 to $74.44. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Tennessee; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Physical Therapist jobs in Tennessee

Cities with the most Physical Therapist jobs

Nashville (9), Springfield (2), Chattanooga (1), Memphis (1), La Vergne (1), Greeneville (1), Monterey (1)

FAQ

How much does a Physical Therapist make in Tennessee?

The median wage for Physical Therapist jobs in Tennessee is $48.15 per hour (about $100,152 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Physical Therapist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $47.53 per hour.

How many Physical Therapist jobs are open in Tennessee?

16 Physical Therapist jobs from 6 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from Tennessee; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.