Part-Time PT Team Leader — Impactful Care & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

HSA/FSAs

Team culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to drive clinical excellence and lead a mission‑driven care team. This role centers on coordinating therapy operations, delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care, and mentoring staff to uphold best practices.

The leader will ensure policy and treatment adherence while fostering professional growth, leveraging cutting‑edge technology in a collaborative environment, and contributing

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 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

CPR Certification

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 drive clinical excellence and lead a mission‑driven care team. This role centers on coordinating therapy operations, delivering compassionate, patient‑centered care, and mentoring staff to uphold best practices.

The leader will ensure policy and treatment adherence while fostering professional growth, leveraging cutting‑edge technology in a collaborative environment, and contributing