The posting
Physical Therapist - Clinical Director – Physical Therapy Clinic
Location: Peoria, Arizona
Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours/week
Setting: Single-Site Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic | Onsite Only | No Travel
Compensation: $115,000 – $125,000 annually (Base Salary)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Physical Therapist - Clinical Director to lead our outpatient Physical Therapy clinic in Peoria Arizona. This role combines clinical excellence with operational leadership, overseeing the delivery of high-quality patient care and managing the clinic's daily operations.
The Physical Therapist - Clinical Director will mentor and support the rehabilitation team, drive patient outcomes, optimize clinic performance, and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and exceptional customer service. This position is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who enjoys both patient care and leadership.
Why Join Our Team?
- Lead a well-established outpatient physical therapy clinic
- Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends or travel
- Opportunity to shape clinic culture and mentor clinicians
- Strong emphasis on quality patient outcomes over patient volume
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and oversight for all rehabilitation services within the clinic.
- Maintain an active patient caseload while managing day-to-day clinic operations.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), and support staff.
- Ensure delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care and achievement of optimal functional outcomes.
- Monitor clinic productivity, patient satisfaction, quality metrics, and operational performance.
- Oversee scheduling, staffing, workflow efficiency, and resource utilization.
- Recruit, onboard, train, and evaluate clinical team members.
- Ensure compliance with state practice acts, Medicare regulations, HIPAA, OSHA, and accreditation standards.
- Partner with regional leadership to achieve financial, operational, and quality goals.
- Foster relationships with referring providers and community partners.
- Support business development initiatives and promote clinic growth.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with payer requirements.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives and implement best practices across the clinic.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current Arizona Physical Therapist license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or clinic management experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of outpatient rehabilitation operations and clinical best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Board Certification (OCS or other ABPTS specialty certification).
- Experience managing clinic operations, budgeting, and staff performance.
- Demonstrated success improving patient outcomes and clinic performance metrics.
- Experience with quality improvement initiatives and operational efficiency.
Core Competencies
- Clinical Leadership
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Team Development & Mentorship
- Operational Management
- Patient Experience
- Quality Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Relationship Building
Ideal Candidate
Our ideal Physical Therapist - Clinical Director is a licensed Physical Therapist who is passionate about delivering exceptional orthopedic care while developing high-performing teams. They are a collaborative leader who balances clinical excellence with operational efficiency and enjoys mentoring clinicians, improving patient outcomes, and growing a successful outpatient practice.
If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career and make a meaningful impact on both patients and your clinical team, we'd love to hear from you.
Requirements
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current Arizona Physical Therapist license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
- Minimum of 3–5 years of outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or clinic management experience preferred.
