Part-Time Physical Therapy Team Lead: Impact & Care

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Copperhill (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plans

FSAs/HSAs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland seeks a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide a dedicated therapy team and influence patient outcomes. You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure adherence to standards while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

You'll collaborate with leadership to optimize scheduling, drive quality improvement, and foster a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and excellent patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire within this role.
• 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.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder (when eligible) or specialty professional certifications preferred.

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

Team management

Clinical supervision

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland seeks a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide a dedicated therapy team and influence patient outcomes. You will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure adherence to standards while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

You'll collaborate with leadership to optimize scheduling, drive quality improvement, and foster a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and excellent patient experiences.