Lead Physical Therapist & Team Supervisor

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist in Rhode Island (Westerly area) to evaluate and treat patients and develop/update treatment plans in accordance with hospital policies and APTA standards of practice.

The role includes supervising PTAs and support staff, coordinating care, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation. You will work within a team, uphold professional standards, and participate in ongoing education and safety training.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy with a B.S., M.S., or D. degree.
• Rhode Island PT license or eligible; CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs a comprehensive evaluation with clinical documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in physical therapy modalities and procedures.
• Documents evaluations, re-evaluations, and progress notes timely and concisely.
• Leads supervision of physical therapy assistants and aides per APTA guidelines.
• Coordinates work and manages multiple patients when possible.
• Maintains a professional and courteous environment, respecting patients and staff.
• Promotes effective teamwork intradepartmentally and interdepartmentally to meet goals.
• Attends safety trainings and pursues ongoing professional development.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Supervision of PTAs

Documentation

Team leadership

Education

PT degree (B.S./M.S./D.)

Job description

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist in Rhode Island (Westerly area) to evaluate and treat patients and develop/update treatment plans in accordance with hospital policies and APTA standards of practice.

The role includes supervising PTAs and support staff, coordinating care, and ensuring accurate, timely documentation. You will work within a team, uphold professional standards, and participate in ongoing education and safety training.