Clinical Rehabilitation Operations Manager – Outpatient Orthopedics

HireNow Staffing, Inc.; Narberth (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Continuing education assistance

Leadership development

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner) in Narberth, PA seeks a Clinical Rehabilitation Operations Manager – Outpatient Orthopedics to lead our client’s outpatient rehab program while maintaining a clinical caseload.

You will mentor therapists, oversee scheduling and quality of care, partner with orthopedic physicians, and drive operational improvements to deliver exceptional patient outcomes in a physician-led practice.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in Pennsylvania or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy.
• Leadership/management experience preferred, or demonstrated readiness to lead.
• Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of an outpatient PT department while maintaining a clinical caseload.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop therapists and support staff.
• Promote patient outcomes through evidence-based treatment and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with orthopedic physicians and interdisciplinary professionals.
• Monitor productivity, scheduling, and patient satisfaction metrics.
• Support hiring, onboarding, coaching, and staff development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and clinical standards.
• Assist with strategic planning and department growth initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting.
• Foster a patient-centered culture built on teamwork and clinical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical decision-making

Organizational skills

Time management

Mentoring

Interpersonal abilities

Education

DPT or equivalent

PA Physical Therapist license

Job description

Clinical Rehabilitation Operations Manager – Outpatient Orthopedics

Company: HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner)

HireNow Snapshot

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting an experienced Clinical Rehabilitation Operations Manager – Outpatient Orthopedics to join one of our valued client partners in Narberth, Pennsylvania. This leadership opportunity is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist who is passionate about delivering outstanding orthopedic care while guiding a high-performing outpatient rehabilitation team.

The successful candidate will balance direct patient care with operational leadership, mentoring therapists, improving clinical outcomes, and supporting the continued growth of a physician-led orthopedic practice. This role is well suited for a clinician ready to transition into management or an established rehabilitation leader seeking the next step in their career.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of an outpatient physical therapy department while maintaining a clinical caseload.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, and rehabilitation support staff.
• Promote exceptional patient outcomes through evidence-based treatment and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with orthopedic physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Monitor departmental productivity, operational performance, scheduling, and patient satisfaction metrics.
• Support hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance evaluations, and staff development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, payer requirements, and organizational clinical standards.
• Assist with strategic planning, workflow improvements, and department growth initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and operational reporting.
• Foster a positive, patient-centered culture built on teamwork, accountability, and clinical excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist (PT) license in Pennsylvania or eligibility to obtain licensure before employment.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or equivalent accredited Physical Therapy degree.
• Previous outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or clinical management experience preferred, or demonstrated readiness to lead.
• Strong clinical decision-making and evidence-based rehabilitation skills.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational, operational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to balance patient care responsibilities with leadership and operational oversight.
• Must currently reside within commuting distance of Narberth, Pennsylvania, or be prepared to relocate independently before employment.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• U.S.-based applicants only.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience managing outpatient rehabilitation clinics.
• Leadership experience within physician-owned orthopedic practices.
• Strong knowledge of orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, post-surgical recovery, and manual therapy.
• Experience improving operational efficiency, patient satisfaction, and departmental performance.
• Knowledge of Medicare, commercial insurance, and rehabilitation compliance requirements.
• Board Certification or advanced orthopedic rehabilitation certifications.
• Stable employment history demonstrating increasing leadership responsibilities.

HireNow Package

• Compensation: $85,000–$126,000 annually
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan; paid time off; continuing education assistance; leadership development; professional growth opportunities; and additional company-sponsored benefits.
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Work Location: Onsite – Narberth, Pennsylvania (Greater Philadelphia Area)
• Applicant Requirements: U.S.-based applicants only. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of Narberth, Pennsylvania, or relocate independently before employment.
• Headcount: 1

HireNow Checklist

HireNow Staffing is recruiting a Physical Therapy Manager who demonstrates the following:

• Holds an active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license or is eligible for Pennsylvania licensure.
• Possesses strong outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
• Demonstrates leadership potential or previous management experience within rehabilitation services.
• Excels at mentoring clinicians while maintaining exceptional patient outcomes.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, therapists, patients, and healthcare leadership.
• Demonstrates strong operational, organizational, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Resides within commuting distance of Narberth, Pennsylvania, or is prepared to relocate independently.
• Meets all required qualifications while demonstrating several preferred qualifications.

HireNow Standout Candidates

Candidates will receive the strongest consideration if they demonstrate:

• Successful leadership of outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation teams.
• Experience improving clinic performance, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Strong manual therapy and orthopedic rehabilitation expertise.
• Experience working within physician-owned orthopedic organizations.
• Advanced certifications in orthopedic physical therapy or clinical leadership.
• Proven success mentoring therapists and developing high-performing clinical teams.
• Stable employment history demonstrating progressive leadership and professional growth.

HireNow Disqualifiers

The following will prevent candidates from moving forward in the hiring process:

• Jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed.
• No active Pennsylvania Physical Therapist license or inability to obtain Pennsylvania licensure.
• Limited outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience.
• Poor leadership, communication, or organizational skills.
• Inability to effectively balance patient care and leadership responsibilities.
• Applicants requiring employment sponsorship.
• Applicants who do not currently reside within commuting distance of Narberth, Pennsylvania, or cannot relocate independently.
• Candidates who do not meet the core qualifications required for this position.

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Clinical Rehabilitation Operations Manager – Outpatient Orthopedics opportunity. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview. Client-specific information will be shared only with qualified candidates during the interview process.