Clinical Physical Therapy Team Leader

About the role

The Clinical Physical Therapy Team Leader assists the Director of Therapy Operations in managing a therapy team or discipline. Key responsibilities include supervising therapist assistants and technicians, assisting with staffing and scheduling, providing patient care, and fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and delegate tasks to therapist assistants and technicians
• Aid in staffing and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage for patient treatments
• Maintain open communication with hospital departments to meet patient, staff, and hospital needs
• Provide patient care in licensed discipline 80% - 90% of work hours
• Create and maintain an environment that supports the hospital's mission and goals
• Develop and mentor staff to improve clinical skills and overall performance

Requirements

• 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 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

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 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

Skills

• Effective supervisory skills
• Good communication skills for interdepartmental relationships
• Competency in licensed discipline evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment

Benefits

Tailored benefits package includes:

• 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
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to unique needs

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are flexible but typically require 80% - 90% of work hours dedicated to patient care in licensed discipline.