Pediatric PT Team Lead: Lead, Mentor & Elevate Outcomes

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day One

Leadership development and continuing-

Support for professional growth

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist Team Lead to guide a high-performing pediatric outpatient rehabilitation team and shape the future of pediatric therapy services.

You will balance clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, mentoring therapists, supporting recruitment and staff development, and ensuring patient- and family-centered care across Vanderbilt Children’s services.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist with Tennessee licensure or eligible for licensure.
• Significant pediatric outpatient physical therapy experience.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct pediatric outpatient physical therapy services.
• Lead, mentor, and support staff including PRN Physical Therapists.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, engagement, and clinical excellence.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, staff development, and retention efforts.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching.
• Partner with leadership on staffing, workflow, and operational needs.
• Promote evidence-based practice and quality initiatives.
• Drive exceptional patient experiences and clinical outcomes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentorship & coaching

Clinical leadership

Pediatric outpatient PT experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist (Tennessee licensure)

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physical Therapist Team Lead to guide a high-performing pediatric outpatient rehabilitation team and shape the future of pediatric therapy services.

You will balance clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, mentoring therapists, supporting recruitment and staff development, and ensuring patient- and family-centered care across Vanderbilt Children’s services.