Part-Time Physical Therapy Team Leader — Impactful Care

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Madisonville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

HSA/FSA

Career growth

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide a high-performing therapy team within a national inpatient rehabilitation system. You will oversee scheduling, orientation, training, and collaboration with hospital departments to ensure compliant, compassionate care.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, leadership development, and measurable patient outcomes, with a strong focus on empathy and teamwork across the organization.

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.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder (when eligible) or specialty professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily therapy team operations including scheduling, orientation, training, and interdepartmental communication.
• Provide direct patient care and build rewarding relationships to aid in recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories and contribute to positive outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide a high-performing therapy team within a national inpatient rehabilitation system. You will oversee scheduling, orientation, training, and collaboration with hospital departments to ensure compliant, compassionate care.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, leadership development, and measurable patient outcomes, with a strong focus on empathy and teamwork across the organization.