Therapy Team Leader: Lead Clinicians & Elevate Care

Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital; Atkinson (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Stock purchase plans

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital seeks a Therapy Team Leader who will balance clinical hands-on care with team leadership. You will mentor therapists while maintaining high standards of patient outcomes and care.

You will supervise therapists, assistants, and technicians, coordinate schedules, and drive quality improvements. A current PT/OT/SLP license plus CPR/BLS and 3+ years in the field are required.

Qualifications

• Current state license as a PT, OT, or SLP is required.
• BLS/CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum three years of discipline‑specific experience.
• Leadership experience is preferred or required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient evaluations and develop therapy plans.
• Supervise therapists, assistants, and technicians.
• Administer skilled therapy and monitor patient response.
• Support staff development and performance management.
• Coordinate team tasks, documentation, and schedules to meet business goals.
• Drive continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring staff

Clinical evaluation

Job description

Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital seeks a Therapy Team Leader who will balance clinical hands-on care with team leadership. You will mentor therapists while maintaining high standards of patient outcomes and care.

You will supervise therapists, assistants, and technicians, coordinate schedules, and drive quality improvements. A current PT/OT/SLP license plus CPR/BLS and 3+ years in the field are required.