Lead Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Encompass Health; Copperhill (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation seeks a PT Team Leader to guide an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team in our inpatient setting. You will coordinate daily patient care, oversee staff assignments, and mentor team members to promote professional development and best clinical practices.

You will collaborate with physicians, therapists, and nurses to implement individualized care plans and advance leadership skills in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
• Strong collaboration with physicians, therapists, and nurses.
• Experience mentoring team members and supporting professional development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily patient care.
• Oversee staff assignments.
• Mentor team members and support professional development.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and nurses to develop care plans.
• Ensure regulatory and safety standards are met.
• Promote best clinical practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care coordination

Mentoring / staff development

Education

Physiotherapist degree (PT or DPT)

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a PT Team Leader to guide an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team in our inpatient setting. In this role, you will coordinate daily patient care, oversee staff assignments, and support exceptional outcomes for patients recovering from major illnesses and injuries. You will collaborate closely with physicians, therapists, and nurses to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensure regulatory and safety standards are met, and promote best clinical practices. You will mentor team members, support professional development, and contribute to a culture of integrity, respect, and continuous improvement while advancing your leadership skills in a clinically advanced, patient-centered environment.