Physical Therapy Team Lead: Impactful Care & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and CEU

Company-matching 401(k) and stock plan

Flexible spending and HSA

Inclusive, supportive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland seeks a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team, schedule, orient, and train staff while delivering compassionate care. You will work with hospital departments to ensure effective operations and patient-focused outcomes.

Role involves direct patient care, building strong therapeutic relationships, and celebrating patient progress as part of a collaborative, value-driven environment that emphasizes excellence,

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire within this role.
• 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.

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 experience

Clinical experience

CPR certification

State licensure

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in therapy

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland seeks a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team, schedule, orient, and train staff while delivering compassionate care. You will work with hospital departments to ensure effective operations and patient-focused outcomes.

Role involves direct patient care, building strong therapeutic relationships, and celebrating patient progress as part of a collaborative, value-driven environment that emphasizes excellence,