Physical Therapist Clinic Director

Dental Metrics Maven; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 86,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Dental Metrics Maven is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to serve as Clinical Director for outpatient orthopedic clinics in Los Alamos and Santa Fe, NM. This full-time role blends hands-on patient care with leadership across two locations, featuring one-on-one 45-minute visits and a clinic culture focused on mentorship and consistent care standards.

You will oversee clinical services, guide staff, and coordinate scheduling and patient flow while maintaining strong communication between

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Active New Mexico Physical Therapist license, or eligibility for licensure before starting.
• Three to five years of clinical experience preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning and orthopedic treatment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations and individualized treatment for orthopedic patients.
• Develop and adjust evidence-based plans of care.
• Oversee clinical services and support daily operations across both clinics.
• Guide, mentor, and support staff Physical Therapists.
• Promote consistent standards for patient care and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with leadership on scheduling, patient flow, and clinic needs.
• Monitor clinical performance and support improvements in care delivery.
• Maintain clear communication between Los Alamos and Santa Fe teams.

Skills

Orthopedic PT expertise

Leadership & mentorship

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy program

Active NM PT license or eligibility

Job description

Physical Therapist Clinical Director - Los Alamos, NM

Full-Time | $86,000-$123,000 Annually, Based on Experience

Outpatient Orthopedics | Leadership Across Two Clinics

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, approximately 40 hours per week.
• Flexible scheduling within clinic hours of 7:00 AM-6:00 PM.
• Potential for 10-hour workdays, depending on the agreed schedule.
• No weekends.

Position Overview:

We're seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to serve as Clinical Director for our outpatient orthopedic clinics in Los Alamos and Santa Fe, New Mexico.

This position combines direct patient care with clinical leadership across both locations. You'll help guide a supportive team while maintaining a patient-care model built around one-on-one, 45-minute appointments with no overlapping or double-booked visits.

The role offers an opportunity to stay involved in clinical practice while supporting team development, consistent care standards, and clinic operations. At full staffing, you'll oversee up to four staff Physical Therapists across the two locations.

Patient Care & Clinical Environment:

• Nearly all orthopedic caseload.
• One-on-one, 45-minute patient visits.
• No overlapping or double-booked appointments.
• Supportive clinic culture with robust mentorship opportunities.
• A combination of patient treatment and management responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide evaluations and individualized treatment for patients with orthopedic conditions.
• Develop and adjust evidence-based plans of care.
• Oversee clinical services and support daily operations across both clinics.
• Guide, mentor, and support staff Physical Therapists.
• Promote consistent standards for patient care and clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff on scheduling, patient flow, and clinic needs.
• Monitor clinical performance and support improvements in care delivery.
• Maintain clear communication between the Los Alamos and Santa Fe teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Active New Mexico Physical Therapist license, or eligibility for licensure before starting.
• Three to five years of clinical experience preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning and orthopedic treatment skills.
• Ability to balance direct patient care with leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication, organization, and team-development skills.
• Ability to work across both clinic locations.

This opportunity is best suited to an experienced Physical Therapist ready to take on clinical leadership responsibilities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range of $86,000-$123,000 annually, depending on experience and scope of responsibilities.
• Productivity bonuses available, with the structure discussed during negotiations.
• Sign-on bonus open to negotiation.
• Relocation assistance open to negotiation.
• Group health insurance, including dental and vision.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plan.

Candidates relocating from out of state are welcome to apply.

About the Area:

Los Alamos and Santa Fe offer the opportunity to build a career in northern New Mexico while enjoying a setting outside a large metropolitan area. This role is well suited to someone seeking a supportive clinical community and the New Mexico lifestyle.

Interview Process:

The process begins with a phone interview, followed by a video or in-person interview. Additional conversations may be arranged to ensure a strong fit for the candidate and team.