Physical Therapist Clinic Director

Drayer Physical Therapy • Tuscaloosa, AL

3h • $90,000 - $100,000

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 at the University of Alabama Rec Center. The Clinic Director develops clinicians, supports exceptional patient care, elevates patient outcomes, and fosters a positive, high-performing clinic culture.

The role combines direct patient care with team leadership and clinic operations. The Clinic Director provides individualized, evidence-based treatment, mentors Physical Therapists and clinical staff, oversees patient experience, clinical performance, and scheduling, and builds relationships with referral sources and community partners. The position also partners with leadership on clinic goals and growth and participates in professional development.

Upstream offers central administrative support, clinical technology intended to reduce documentation time, regional leadership support, and a collaborative community of Clinic Directors. The company describes opportunities to pursue multi-site leadership or clinic ownership/partnership. Estimated compensation is $90,000–$100,000, with monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities. Pay depends on factors including pay class, experience, background, and clinic location; benefit eligibility depends on employment status and pay class.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent).
• Active Alabama Physical Therapist license, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Passion for developing others.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support 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.
• Develop leadership and clinical skills through Upstream’s professional development programs.

Benefits

• Monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities.
• Student loan repayment assistance applied directly to the principal balance.
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance premium option available.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Leadership onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing development.
• Path to multi-site leadership or clinic ownership/partnership.
• Modern clinical technology intended to reduce documentation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager