Therapy Manager - Lead Inpatient Rehab Team

Rehabilitation Hospital of Cookeville; Red Boiling Springs (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Therapy Manager in Cookeville, TN to lead the therapy operations, coordinate scheduling, orientation, and staff training, and collaborate with hospital departments to ensure high-quality patient care. You will oversee care plans, support clinicians, and drive positive outcomes in rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, leadership presence, and program integrity, with opportunities for professional growth and access to the latest rehab technology

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 occupational / physical therapy or leadership, with a minimum of two years of clinical experience.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder 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 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical experience

Licensure/certification

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in accredited therapy program

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Therapy Manager in Cookeville, TN to lead the therapy operations, coordinate scheduling, orientation, and staff training, and collaborate with hospital departments to ensure high-quality patient care. You will oversee care plans, support clinicians, and drive positive outcomes in rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes hands-on patient care, leadership presence, and program integrity, with opportunities for professional growth and access to the latest rehab technology