Clinical Director

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

CEU access

Mentorship & leadership development

Monday–Friday schedule

Job summary

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Chicago seeks an experienced Clinical Director to oversee an outpatient physical therapy clinic. The role emphasizes leading teams, driving clinical excellence, and contributing to the practice's growth.

Join a fast-growing organization known for orthopedic, vestibular, balance, and neurological rehabilitation, with a Monday–Friday schedule and opportunities for leadership development.

Qualifications

• DPT degree required.
• At least 5 years of outpatient physical therapy experience.
• Active Illinois PT license (or license-eligible).
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Strong clinical interest in orthopedics, neurology, vestibular, and balance rehab.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day clinic operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality care.
• Carry an outpatient caseload while providing clinical leadership.
• Coach, mentor, and develop PTs and PTAs.
• Uphold excellence across orthopedic, neurological, vestibular, and balance programs.
• Support clinic growth through strategic initiatives and performance improvement.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with ownership to maintain a positive and high-performing clinic culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Outpatient PT

Strategic planning

Growth & development

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Clinical Director - Outpatient Physical Therapy

Location: 5214 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

Company: FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers: Jefferson Park

Compensation: $90,000-$130,000 annually (based on experience) plus $10,000 sign on bonus, generous bonus potential

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers in Chicago is looking for an experienced Clinical Director to oversee and advance a successful outpatient physical therapy clinic. This role is ideal for a motivated Physical Therapist who enjoys leading teams, driving clinical excellence, and contributing to the growth of a dynamic practice.

As part of one of the fastest growing physical therapy organizations in the country, you’ll work within a model known for outstanding outcomes in orthopedic, vestibular, balance, and neurological rehabilitation.

What Sets FYZICAL Apart

• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing outpatient clinic
• Collaborative, supportive, and patient-focused environment
• Strong emphasis on leadership development and career advancement
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule for work-life balance
• Competitive compensation with significant bonus opportunity

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $90,000-$130,000, dependent on experience
• Generous performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits paid in full (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Complimentary continuing education and CEU access
• Reasonable outpatient caseload
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership support

Clinical Excellence

• Maintain a full clinical caseload of 10-12 patients per day, demonstrating leadership through active patient care
• Deliver evidence-based physical therapy with an emphasis on balance, vestibular, and orthopedic rehabilitation
• Ensure quality assurance through regular documentation reviews, outcome tracking, and clinical mentoring
• Support continuous clinical education and skill development for all team members. Upholds the training and accountability requirements that are consistent with the FYZICAL Chicago CD training manual
• Implement the 10-point management system of FYZICAL and establish and uphold the leadership pillars

Financial & Business Management

• Oversee clinic financial performance, including revenue growth, expense management, and profitability
• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as therapist utilization, visit averages, and collections
• Partner with the FYZICAL Sales team to assist in developing and maintaining relationships with referral sources and to further support team to implement marketing and referral development initiatives to meet and exceed sales goals
• Coordinate with Sales and Marketing to set goals for coordinated clinic growth objectives
• Contribute to strategic planning and budget forecasting to achieve annual business objectives

Role Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day clinic operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality care
• Carry an outpatient caseload while providing clinical leadership
• Coach, mentor, and develop physical therapists and PTAs
• Uphold excellence across orthopedic, neurological, vestibular, and balance programs
• Support clinic growth through strategic initiatives and performance improvement
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance reviews
• Monitor and report key performance indicators
• Collaborate with ownership to maintain a positive and high-performing clinic culture

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
• At least 5 years of outpatient physical therapy experience
• Active Illinois PT license (or license-eligible)
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred
• Strong clinical interest in orthopedics, neurological, vestibular, and balance rehab
• Organized, self-driven, and collaborative leadership approach
• Commitment to developing and mentoring clinical teams

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