Therapy Manager — Lead Rehabilitation Team

Rehabilitation Hospital of Cookeville; Monterey (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plans

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health in Cookeville invites experienced therapists to lead the therapy team and guide patients toward their rehabilitation goals. This Therapy Manager role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with hospital departments, and implementing standard procedures with compassionate, patient-centered care.

The position requires licensure, CPR, and a degree in therapy, plus several years of clinical or leadership experience.

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 occupational / 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 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

Healthcare management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Therapy

Job description

Encompass Health in Cookeville invites experienced therapists to lead the therapy team and guide patients toward their rehabilitation goals. This Therapy Manager role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with hospital departments, and implementing standard procedures with compassionate, patient-centered care.

The position requires licensure, CPR, and a degree in therapy, plus several years of clinical or leadership experience.