Area Director/Physical Therapist

Ivy Rehab; Waldwick (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

PTO + CEU days

Job summary

Ivy Health is hiring an Area Director/Physical Therapist in Waldwick, NJ to drive clinical excellence and scalable operations across multiple clinics.

You will oversee strategic operations, coach Clinic Directors, and ensure top-tier patient outcomes while managing financial performance in a growing region.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist within the respective state.
• 3-5+ years of proven dedication and experience in a multi-site healthcare setting.
• 1-3+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in outpatient care.
• Passion for leadership, mentoring others, and fostering success.
• Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the success of multiple clinics through strategic oversight and operational performance.
• Develop high-performing leaders and mentor Clinic Directors across the region.
• Maintain financial accountability and drive efficiency across growing locations.
• Foster a culture of authenticity, inclusion, growth, and exceptional patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Patient care excellence

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Job description

State of Location:

New Jersey

Position Summary:

An Area Director at Ivy Health leads the success of multiple clinics by driving strong operational performance, developing high-performing leaders, and ensuring exceptional patient care. The role blends strategic oversight with hands-on coaching, financial accountability, and culture building across a growing region. Area Directors play a key role in scaling Ivy’s mission while empowering Clinic Directors and their teams to thrive.

Job Description:

Area Director/Physical Therapist

Location: 136 Hopper Ave, Waldwick, NJ 07463

Compensation: $115000 - $125000 annually

Join Ivy Health’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.

Why Choose Ivy Health?

• Exceptional Workplace: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Gallup as an Exceptional Workplace, recognizing the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.
• Intelligent Documentation: With theutilizationofScribeIQ(an AI documentation tool), clinicians can expect a significant reduction in their normal documentation time, allowing them to spend more quality time with patients and keeping their notes AT work.
• Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
• Exceeding Expectations:** **Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
• Exceptional Partnerships:** **Collaborate with leaders like Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and educational partners for continuous learning.

Benefits (start within 30 days):

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + discount program
• Complimentary therapy services
• 401(k) with company match
• Up to 20 PTO days, 6 holidays, 2 CEU days, and CEU reimbursement annually
• NPTE prep course funded by Ivy

Position Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accreditedPhysical Therapyprogram.
• Current licensure as an Physical Therapist within the respective state.
• 3-5+ years of proven dedication and experience in a multi-site healthcare setting.
• 1-3+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in outpatient care.
• Passion for leadership, mentoring others, and fostering success.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Dedication to exceptional patient outcomes and quality of care.

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