Clinical Physical Therapy Team Leader

Job Description

Job Description

The Clinical Physical Therapy Team Leader plays a vital role in supporting the Director of Therapy Operations with the daily management of a therapy team or specific discipline. This role demands strong supervisory abilities and effective communication skills to foster interdepartmental relationships, alongside proficiency in evaluating, assessing, planning care, and delivering treatment within the licensed discipline. The Team Leader is responsible for delegating and overseeing the tasks of therapy assistants and technicians, aiding in staffing, scheduling, orientation, training, and communication to ensure sufficient coverage for patient treatments. Additionally, maintaining ongoing communication with various hospital departments is essential to meet the needs of patients, staff, and the organization. Typically, this position involves providing patient care in the licensed discipline for 80% to 90% of the working hours.

The Therapy Team Leader contributes to cultivating an environment and culture that empowers the organization to achieve its mission by meeting or surpassing its goals. This includes effectively communicating the organization's mission to all staff, holding team members accountable for their performance, inspiring them to enhance their skills, and overseeing departmental operations, which encompasses measurement, assessment, and continuous improvement. The Team Leader also plays a crucial role in developing staff clinical skills and overall performance through mentoring and professional development.

A Glimpse into Our World

From the moment you join our team, you'll notice the difference. Being part of our organization means contributing to a leading national inpatient rehabilitation provider. We take pride in offering career advancement opportunities and fostering a collaborative environment among our team members, all dedicated to the well-being of our patients. Our accolades, including recognition as one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and being listed among the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, fill us with pride.

Benefits Tailored for You

• Our benefits are crafted to enhance your well-being and commence on your first day:
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accumulates over time.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing educational opportunities for your professional development.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans to secure your financial future.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your individual needs.
• A vibrant community of passionate individuals dedicated to their work!

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification as mandated by state regulations.
• CPR certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of starting in this role.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited therapy program is necessary.
• A minimum of three years of experience in physical therapy or leadership, including at least two years of clinical experience.
• Active participation in the Therapy Clinical Ladder (when eligible) or possession of specialty professional certifications is preferred.

The Organization's Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what is right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Our organization is a trusted leader in post-acute care, with over 150 locations nationwide and a growing team of 36,000 exceptional individuals!

We celebrate and embrace diversity within our inclusive culture, providing 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.