Lead Physical Therapy Team Leader - Impact & Growth

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel; Niota (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Company matching 401(k) and stock plan

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and generous benefits

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide daily operations, lead scheduling and staff development, and deliver compassionate patient care. This role emphasizes collaboration with a senior director to ensure high-quality outcomes across the therapy team.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, current licensure, CPR certification, and several years of physical therapy or leadership experience, including clinical practice.

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 at least two years of clinical experience.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder (when eligible) or specialty certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communication with staff and hospital departments.
• Provide direct care to patients and build 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

Scheduling

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in therapy program

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide daily operations, lead scheduling and staff development, and deliver compassionate patient care. This role emphasizes collaboration with a senior director to ensure high-quality outcomes across the therapy team.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, current licensure, CPR certification, and several years of physical therapy or leadership experience, including clinical practice.