Lead Physical Therapy Team: Impactful Rehab Leader

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Benton (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company 401(k) with match

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive, collaborative culture

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Team Leader for Physical Therapy to lead a dedicated inpatient rehab team, ensuring quality care and policy implementation while coordinating scheduling and staff training within a hospital setting.

You will deliver compassionate patient care, develop strong interdepartmental relationships, and drive improved patient outcomes in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited therapy program required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in physical therapy or leadership, with a minimum of two years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Director of Therapy Operations in the daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communication with the physical therapy staff and hospital departments.
• Providing direct care to patients and building rewarding relationships by understanding each patient's physical, mental, and emotional needs to aid in their recovery.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Therapy

CPR certification

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Team Leader for Physical Therapy to lead a dedicated inpatient rehab team, ensuring quality care and policy implementation while coordinating scheduling and staff training within a hospital setting.

You will deliver compassionate patient care, develop strong interdepartmental relationships, and drive improved patient outcomes in a supportive, collaborative environment.