TC brings more than 15 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. Prior to joining in December 2023, TC served as the CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Miami from June 2022 to April 2024. He joined Encompass Health in December 2021 as an associate administrator at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of Martin Health in Stuart, Florida. He earned both his bachelor’s degree in nursing and master’s degree in business administration from Western Governors University as well as two associate degrees from St. Petersburg College in nursing and arts. TC is a member of the American Hospital Association and a member of the American Heart Association.

Kadir Carruthers, M.D is the medical director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. He is a native of Sebring, FL. Dr. Carruthers attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. He earned his medical degree at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2018. Dr. Carruthers is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with additional subspecialty board certification in Brain Injury Medicine. He enjoys traveling, various outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Carruthers is active in numerous professional organizations.

Dr. Carruthers is an independent private practice physician.

Jennifer is a SHRM Certified Professional who brings more than 10 years of human resources experience in various industries, including healthcare, higher education and non-profit. She joined Encompass Health in April 2022 and also works as an adjunct instructor teaching online courses focused on management and human resources. Jennifer received her bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership from Rasmussen University and her master's degree in business administration specializing in human resource management from Saint Leo University.

Jason received both his bachelor’s degree in biology and master’s degree in genetics from Iowa State University and a doctorate of pharmacy degree from the University of Kansas. Prior to joining the Encompass Health team in North Tampa, he served in director of pharmacy positions with Encompass Health hospitals in Ocala, Florida and Bryan, Texas. He is credited with several publications and national poster presentations, and he comes to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa with more than 10 years of pharmacy director experience.

Andrew is the director of therapy operations for the team at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. Including his 22 years of leadership experience, he brings nearly 30 years of inpatient physical therapy experience to his role of overseeing the therapy operations at the hospital. Andrew graduated from the University of Florida’s College of Public Health and Health Professions in 1995 with a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.

Angela joined the leadership team at Encompass Health of North Tampa after serving at Encompass Health’s inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Rockford, Illinois. She started her career with Encompass Health in 2004 as a certified nursing assistant. She later worked as a registered nurse and a prospective payment system coordinator before moving into the directory of quality position in 2013. Angela earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Anthony College of Nursing as well as a bachelor's degree in agriculture - animal science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She also holds certifications in rehabilitation nursing and healthcare risk management. Angela is a member of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses, International Association of Forensic Nurses and the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management.

Carollee joined Encompass Health in 2001 after completing clinicals with the Hanover Practical Nursing Program. In 2003 she transferred to the Largo location and obtained her pediatric certification. After a decade as a floor nurse, she pursued her interest in case management in 2011 while obtaining her registered nurse (RN) at Galen College of Nursing -  Tampa Bay. In 2017 she obtained her certification with the CCMC as a Certified Case Manager. In October 2023 Carollee joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa as a senior case manager and in July 2024 accepted the director position.

Laura has more than 20 years of healthcare experience specializing in business development, physician relationships and nursing. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. She joined the Encompass Health team in 2020 as a senior rehabilitation liaison and most recently was the area business development director for Savannah, St. Augustine and Jacksonville prior to her relocation to Tampa. She is passionate about advocating for patients and families and excited to work with the Tampa market and surrounding teams.

Kimberly brings more than 20 years of accounting and financial management expertise to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. She joined Encompass Health in 2010 as a controller. Her prior experience includes real estate financial management, regulatory compliance and financial oversight, as well as acute care. She graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in accounting. Kimberly has been a certified public accountant since 2001.

Melissa is the business development director of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa and has 30 years of experience as a registered nurse. Her passion lies in providing our patients with the best possible care they deserve. She has 20 years of sales experience and has proven sales expertise in various areas. Her leadership experience includes post acute and acute. Melissa received her ADN from Black Hawk College and attended the University of St. Francis where she pursued her bachelor's degree.

Amber brings a decade of nursing expertise to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. She has held various positions in Tampa Bay acute care hospitals from frontline nursing to nursing leadership, including oversight of large high-acuity settings. She is skilled in operations management, medical and post-surgical care nursing and leadership development. She is passionate about building strong nursing teams that are inspired to provide safe and high-quality patient care. Amber earned a master’s degree in nursing leadership and management and a Medical-Surgical Nursing Board Certification.