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Chip Clifton

Physical Therapist

physical therapist Chattanooga, TN Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
4 years at Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics
Gender
Male
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 75,598 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the physical therapist specialty. Chip Clifton is one of them.
  • 1,097 physical therapists are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 7 contacts at Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical physical therapist compensation in TN: $72,000 – $120,000 (median $91,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of physical therapists in TN: Star Physical Therapy (44), Results Physiotherapy (42), Benchmark Physical Therapy (29).
  • 6% of physical therapists in TN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 78% of physical therapists in TN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Doctor of Physical Therapy
2007
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
2004
Skills
Sports Medicine Outpatient Orthopedics Manual Therapy Injury Prevention Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Orthopedics Musculoskeletal Sports Injuries Shoulder Knee Healthcare Orthopedic Public Speaking Spine Dry Needling Kinesio Taping Gait Analysis Functional Capacity Evaluations Sfma Hip Elbow Ankle Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Taping Bike Fitting Fms Exercise Prescription Pain Management Wellness Orthopedic Rehabilitation Exercise Physiology Injury Hospitals Healthcare Management
About Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
hhcs.org
Office Location
2415 Mccallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN
Professional Overview

Chip Clifton is a Physical Therapist, currently affiliated with Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics, based in Chattanooga, TN. As a physical therapist, Clifton contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chattanooga, TN. They have been with Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics for 4 years. Clifton holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and University of Tennessee-Knoxville. Core competencies include Sports Medicine, Outpatient Orthopedics, Manual Therapy, Injury Prevention, Physical Therapy. Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physical therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physical therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chattanooga, TN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting physical therapist

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chip Clifton located?
Chip Clifton is based in Chattanooga, TN. They are currently affiliated with Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics.
What is Chip Clifton's specialty?
Chip Clifton specializes in physical therapist. Their current role is Physical Therapist.
Where does Chip Clifton currently work?
Chip Clifton currently works at Center For Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics. They have been there for 4 years.
What is Chip Clifton's educational background?
Chip Clifton attended The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
How do I contact Chip Clifton for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Chip Clifton. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a physical therapist?
Recruiting physical therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physical therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a physical therapist in TN?
physical therapists in TN typically earn $72,000 to $120,000 annually, with a median of $91,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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