Clinic Director/Physical Therapist

Position Summary

The Clinic Director / Physical Therapist is responsible for overseeing day-to-day clinic operations while maintaining a patient caseload. This role blends clinical excellence with people leadership, operational oversight, and community engagement to drive strong outcomes for patients, team members, and the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical and operational performance of the clinic to ensure high-quality care and patient satisfaction
• Lead, mentor, and develop physical therapists and support staff, fostering a positive and accountable culture
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, payer, and professional standards of care
• Monitor patient outcomes and clinic metrics, implementing improvements as needed
• Provide patient evaluations and hands-on treatment as needed, modeling best clinical practices
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources, physicians, and community partners
• Manage clinic budgets and productivity to achieve financial and operational goals
• Review and analyze performance reports including outcomes, visits, and team productivity
• Partner with marketing and operations teams to support growth and community outreach
• Stay current with clinical best practices and integrate evidence-based methods into clinic care

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited program
• Current Arizona PT license or eligibility for licensure
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
• Understanding of healthcare compliance and documentation standards

Preferred Experience

• Outpatient orthopedic clinical experience
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or mentorship experience preferred
• Experience improving clinic performance, patient outcomes, and team engagement
• Comfort with EMR systems and basic operational reporting