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.