Part-Time Physical Therapy Team Lead — Lead Care & Outcomes

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Pikeville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide a dedicated PT team, ensure high-quality patient care, and drive strong outcomes within a collaborative hospital environment.

You will partner with the Director of Therapy Operations, oversee scheduling and staff development, and deliver hands-on patient care while fostering compassionate, personalized treatment plans.

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.
• 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 or specialty professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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.
• 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

Team leadership

Clinical leadership

Communication

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide a dedicated PT team, ensure high-quality patient care, and drive strong outcomes within a collaborative hospital environment.

You will partner with the Director of Therapy Operations, oversee scheduling and staff development, and deliver hands-on patient care while fostering compassionate, personalized treatment plans.