Physical Therapy Team Leader - Lead Care & Growth

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland; East Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

Diverse, supportive team

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga at Cleveland is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader to drive patient care and lead a dedicated therapy team in our Tennessee facility. You will partner with the Director of Therapy Operations on scheduling, training, and policy implementation, while delivering hands-on therapy and building meaningful patient relationships.

The role requires state licensure, CPR, a Bachelors or Masters in therapy, and 3+ years in PT or leadership; we

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 (when eligible) or specialty professional certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communication with staff and hospital departments.
• Provide direct care to patients and build rewarding relationships by understanding each patient's physical, mental, and emotional needs to aid in recovery.
• Celebrate 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 patient care and lead a dedicated therapy team in our Tennessee facility. You will partner with the Director of Therapy Operations on scheduling, training, and policy implementation, while delivering hands-on therapy and building meaningful patient relationships.

The role requires state licensure, CPR, a Bachelors or Masters in therapy, and 3+ years in PT or leadership; we