Physical Therapist - Clinic Director

Benchmark Physical Therapy • Strawberry Plains, TN

8d • $80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

BenchMark Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, is hiring an experienced, licensed Physical Therapist to serve as a Clinic Director in an outpatient orthopedic clinic. The role combines leadership and direct patient care, with a focus on developing clinicians, improving patient outcomes, and building a positive, high-performing clinic culture.

The Clinic Director leads and supports Physical Therapists and clinical staff, provides individualized evidence-based treatment, and oversees clinic operations such as patient experience, clinical performance, and scheduling. The director also develops relationships with local referral sources and community partners and works with leadership to meet clinic goals and support growth. Upstream provides administrative support, leadership onboarding and mentorship, ongoing professional development, and modern clinical technology intended to reduce documentation time.

The estimated annual compensation range is $80,000–$95,000, with monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities. Pay may vary based on pay class, experience, background, and clinic location. Benefits and eligibility depend on employment status and pay class; specific details are provided during hiring. Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and describes its work environment as inclusive.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support the clinic’s 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

• Monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities.
• Student loan repayment assistance applied directly to the principal balance.
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance premium option.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off and 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: Senior