Clinical Director

Fyzical-8; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Bonus potential

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Jefferson Park in Chicago, IL seeks an experienced Clinical Director to lead an outpatient PT clinic, drive clinical excellence, and mentor a growing team. The role focuses on orthopedic, vestibular, balance, and neurological rehab with a patient-centered, results-driven approach.

Applicants should hold a DPT, have 5+ years of outpatient PT, and an active Illinois license. Compensation ranges $90k–$130k with a $10k sign-on bonus and a solid bonus potential.

Qualifications

• DPT degree required and IL PT license active or license-eligible.
• Minimum 5 years of outpatient physical therapy experience.
• Leadership/management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day clinic operations for 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.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance reviews; monitor KPIs.
• Collaborate with ownership to maintain a high-performing clinic culture.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

DPT degree

Illinois PT license

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 experiencedClinical Directorto oversee and advance a successful outpatient physical therapy clinic. This role is ideal for a motivatedPhysical 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 reviewsMonitor 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