Clinical Director -Sports Physical Therapy

True Sports Physical Therapy; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clinic growth incentives

Sign-on bonus or moving stipend

Professional development opportunities

Leadership coaching and mentoring

Job summary

AvaHR is seeking a Clinical Director - Physical Therapy to supervise clinics and uphold high standards of patient care. The role combines hands-on PT services with leadership duties, policy implementation, and staff development to support a patient-centered environment.

You will lead team onboarding, performance reviews, and collaboration with leadership to optimize clinical operations and resources while maintaining focus on quality care and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy license in good standing.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Experience in sports rehabilitation and clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise day-to-day clinic operations to maintain high patient care and satisfaction.
• Oversee compliance with policies and applicable laws across clinics.
• Onboard and direct staff, assess performance, and address concerns.
• Collaborate with management to develop and implement clinical policies and procedures.
• Manage clinic budget, supplies, and operational needs in partnership with leadership.
• Provide PT services to your own caseload while guiding the clinic’s services.

Education

Physical Therapy license

Job description

Clinical Director - Physical Therapy

About the Role

The Clinical Director supervises assigned clinic(s) in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws. This role supports a patient-centered clinic environment by leading day-to-day operations, strengthening clinical quality, and ensuring consistent delivery of care.

Success in this position looks like maintaining high standards of patient care and satisfaction, effectively developing and onboarding staff, and partnering with the management team to implement clinical policies and manage clinic resources while also continuing to provide physical therapy services to your own caseload.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day clinic operations to ensure a high standard of patient care and satisfaction.
• Supervise assigned clinic(s) in alignment with organizational policies and applicable laws.
• Onboard, plan, and direct work for employees, including appraising performance and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with the management team to develop and implement clinical policies and procedures.
• Manage clinic budget, supplies, and operational needs in partnership with leadership.
• Produce a majority of external patient referrals and facilitate the introduction of other staff PTs for patient care as appropriate.
• Train, mentor, and coach new Staff PTs to ensure effective company and clinic onboarding.
• Conduct in-services and continuing education courses for clinic and/or company staff.
• Organize and participate in community and outreach events (including schools, clubs, and fitness facilities).
• Host at least one clinical student (and additional students as available) and support their learning experience.
• Continue operating as a physical therapist for your own therapy clients, including conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, implementing therapeutic techniques, and educating clients on self-management.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and up-to-date billing and documentation for patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes for self and all staff.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and clinic environment throughout the day, supporting clear and effective communication.

Requirements

• Current and active Physical Therapy license, or ability to obtain one.
• 2+ years of experience as a Physical Therapist with a strong background in sports rehabilitation.
• One approved specialist or advanced certification.
• Management experience preferred but not required.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.
• Patient-focused mindset that builds and maintains customer satisfaction.
• Results focus and initiative, with the ability to drive outcomes and follow through.
• Ability to influence and motivate others to support organizational objectives.
• Relationship-building skills characterized by acceptance, cooperation, and mutual respect.
• Team-oriented approach that promotes collaboration and shared ownership of goals.
• Experience training and presenting information to groups.
• Coaching and mentoring skills to enable others to grow through feedback, instruction, and encouragement.
• Leadership mindset aligned with organizational mission and goals.
• Staff management skills that improve staff effectiveness and job success.
• Physical demands: frequent physical activity in an office environment, including standing, running, walking, jumping, and sitting; ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 lbs.

Note: This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may expand to include other duties as management may deem necessary from time to time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• Incentives tied to clinic growth, including increased compensation with expansion.
• Sign-on bonus or moving stipend (as applicable).
• Professional growth opportunities through in-services and continuing education.
• Support for career development through leadership, coaching, and mentoring responsibilities.