Part-Time PT Team Leader: Lead Impactful Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; Hopewell (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and CE support

Company-matching 401(k) and ESPP

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Team Leader for Physical Therapy to guide a regional inpatient rehab team and drive excellent patient outcomes. You will supervise scheduling, onboarding, and staff development while delivering compassionate, hands-on patient care.

The role emphasizes leading by example, collaborating with hospital departments, and advancing evidence-based treatments in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

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 two years of clinical experience.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder or specialty certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Communication

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Team Leader for Physical Therapy to guide a regional inpatient rehab team and drive excellent patient outcomes. You will supervise scheduling, onboarding, and staff development while delivering compassionate, hands-on patient care.

The role emphasizes leading by example, collaborating with hospital departments, and advancing evidence-based treatments in a supportive, growth-focused environment.