Physical Therapist- Clinic Director

SportsCare Physical Therapy • Kenilworth, NJ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Physical Therapy serves as the clinical and operational leader of the clinic, creating a culture of excellence while ensuring outstanding patient care, exceptional team engagement, and sustainable clinic growth. This role is responsible for mentoring clinicians, supporting business performance, strengthening referral relationships, and fostering a positive workplace where people love coming to work.

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of outpatient orthopedic experience preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, mentoring, and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for developing people and delivering exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead Your Team: Inspire, mentor, and develop physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, aides, and front office staff.
• Foster a collaborative, patient-first culture aligned with SportsCare's values.
• Support onboarding, coaching, performance development, and employee engagement.
• Create an environment where clinicians can grow professionally and personally.
• Deliver Clinical Excellence: Provide exceptional evidence-based patient care.
• Promote quality outcomes and best clinical practices.
• Ensure compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Support continuous clinical education and innovation.
• Grow the Clinic: Build and maintain relationships with physicians, employers, athletic organizations, and community partners.
• Support referral development and community outreach initiatives.
• Monitor clinic performance while identifying opportunities for growth and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to achieve clinic goals.
• Lead Operations: Oversee daily clinic operations and workflow.
• Promote efficient scheduling and resource utilization.
• Partner with administrative teams to ensure an outstanding patient experience.
• Champion technology, including AI-assisted documentation through Prompt, to improve efficiency and clinician satisfaction.

Benefits

• Clinical mentorship and professional development
• Opportunities for leadership and career growth
• Continuing education support by offering CEU courses and reimbursement yearly
• AI-powered documentation with Prompt to reduce administrative burden
• Prompt Sidekick AI to assist with clinical documentation, helping reduce documentation time while maintaining quality and compliance
• A collaborative environment where therapists learn from one another
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Work-life balance that allows you to enjoy life outside the clinic
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Potential bonus opportunities
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee referral bonus program
• Professional development opportunities
• Sign on bonus potential

What This Job Offers

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