Clinic Director/Physical Therapist

About the Role

ProActive Physical Therapy is offering a unique opportunity for a Physical Therapy Clinic Director at our therapist-owned and led outpatient clinic in Carlsbad. Earn a competitive base salary of up to $100,000 annually, depending on experience, with the opportunity to maximize earnings through a performance-based bonus program.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (up to $100,000 annually) with performance-based bonus potential
• Comprehensive, company-paid health coverage (medical, life, and disability insurance—no paycheck deductions)
• 401k plan contribution
• Generous PTO policy (11 months of work per year)
• Sick time off
• Malpractice insurance
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Annual MedBridge subscription
• Empower Emerging Leader and Mentorship Programs
• Access to industry-leading doctors for in-person learning and development
• Cutting-edge tools and resources for efficient workload management

Responsibilities & Culture

• Lead team-oriented decisions with a blend of professionalism and camaraderie
• Foster a safe, warm, and friendly clinic atmosphere
• Demonstrate leadership with or without formal titles, prioritizing team needs
• Collaborate on problem-solving and celebrate team successes
• Exceed patient expectations in every interaction
• Develop team members for future opportunities through mentorship and operational leadership

Requirements

• Graduate of a CAPTE-approved Physical Therapy Program
• Current state Physical Therapist license
• Three to five years of clinical experience with a passion for healthcare leadership and small business development
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus but not required

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficiency in teaching EMR software systems
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills

Work Environment

• Requires manual dexterity and general strength/endurance
• Routine lifting (5–35 lbs), carrying (5–10 lbs), pushing (5–150 lbs), and sustained gripping (40–50 lbs)
• Ability to guard and lift loads of 120–140 lbs