Physical Therapist - Clinic Director $20,000 Sign On Bonus

Drayer Physical Therapy•Erie, PA

6h•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Drayer Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, is hiring an experienced, licensed Physical Therapist to lead an outpatient orthopedic clinic. The Clinic Director develops clinicians, supports exceptional patient care, elevates outcomes, and builds a positive, high-performing clinic culture. The role combines direct patient care with team leadership and responsibility for clinic operations. The Clinic Director leads and mentors Physical Therapists and clinical staff, provides individualized evidence-based treatment, oversees patient experience, clinical performance and scheduling, and builds relationships with local referral sources and community partners. The director partners with leadership on clinic goals and growth and can continue developing leadership and clinical skills through Upstream programs. Central support teams handle administrative work, while regional leaders and a community of Clinic Directors provide support. Compensation is estimated at $90,000–$120,000+ per year, negotiable based on experience and other factors including pay class, background, and clinic location. Sign-on bonus options are available up to $20,000. Benefits and eligibility depend on employment status and pay class; details are provided during hiring.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent).
Active Ohio Physical Therapist license, or eligibility for licensure.
Passion for developing others.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support a team of Physical Therapists and clinical staff.
Foster a positive, patient-centered environment with high standards for clinical care.
Provide direct patient care using individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
Oversee clinic operations, including patient experience, clinical performance, and scheduling.
Build and nurture relationships with local referral sources and community partners.
Partner with leadership to meet clinic goals and support overall growth.
Continue developing leadership and clinical skills through Upstream’s professional development programs.

Benefits

Competitive Clinic Director compensation of $90,000–$120,000+ per year, negotiable based on experience.
Sign-on bonus options up to $20,000.
Monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities.
Student loan repayment assistance through non-taxed monthly payments toward the loan principal.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a 100% employer-paid medical health insurance premium option.
401(k) with company match.
15 days of PTO and 6.5 company-paid holidays.
Leadership onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing development.
In-house residency and fellowship programs in OCS, SCS, hand therapy, and manual therapy.
CEU opportunities through IAMT and a $1,500 annual allowance for external courses.
In-house 18-month Pelvic Health Development Program.
Free Medbridge account and ongoing access.
Generative AI documentation scribe for clinicians, described as new for 2026.