Physical Therapy Team Leader: Lead Care & Community Impact

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of West Valley; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) & ESPP

FSA/HSA

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of West Valley seeks a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team, ensure policies and treatments are implemented, and deliver compassionate patient care on site. You will work with a national rehabilitation provider, leading scheduling, training, and collaboration with hospital departments.

The role emphasizes leadership, direct patient care, and relationship building to support positive outcomes and continued professional growth within an

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.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder (when eligible) 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.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited therapy program

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of West Valley seeks a Physical Therapy Team Leader to guide the therapy team, ensure policies and treatments are implemented, and deliver compassionate patient care on site. You will work with a national rehabilitation provider, leading scheduling, training, and collaboration with hospital departments.

The role emphasizes leadership, direct patient care, and relationship building to support positive outcomes and continued professional growth within an