PT Therapy Team Leader

Encompass Health; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company-matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health in Largo, Florida, is seeking a Physical Therapy Team Leader. In this role, you will assist in daily therapy operations and provide direct care to patients, addressing their physical, mental, and emotional needs. Candidates must hold a current licensure or certification and have a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited therapy program. The position offers competitive benefits including medical plans and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of three years of experience in physical therapy or leadership.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of the therapy team.
• Provide direct care to patients based on individual needs.
• Build rewarding relationships with patients.

Skills

Physical therapy

Leadership

Patient care

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Physical Therapy Team Leader

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for professional growth.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans to secure your financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your unique needs.

Your Role

• Assist the Director of Therapy Operations in daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communication with the physical therapy 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 their recovery.
• Celebrate patient victories along the way.

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.

EEO Statement

Encompass Health is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health celebrates and welcomes diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.