Physical Therapist - Clinical Director - Florence, AZ

Physical Therapist - Clinical Director – Physical Therapy Clinic

Location: Florence, 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 Florence, 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.