Physical Therapist - Outpatient Lead $5K Bonus

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

CEU program with paid national certs

Generous PTO

Medical/Rx, vision and dental

401(k) matching + life and disability

Student loan repayment

Job summary

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Erie, PA is seeking a Lead Physical Therapist for outpatient services. This full-time role oversees a small team of 2 PTs and 2 PTAs, guiding clinical excellence while managing a diverse caseload including orthopedics, sports medicine, neuro, and more.

The position offers a salaried starting at $70,000 plus performance bonus, plus mentorship, CEU opportunities, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a collaborative outpatient team (2 PTs and 2 PTAs) and ensure clinical excellence.
• Evaluate, treat, and document patient care while maintaining high standards.
• Attend and participate in center meetings and maintain communication with staff and patients.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient Lead

Location: 5121 Zuck Rd Unit B Erie, PA 16506

Incentives: $5,000 Bonus

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday

Compensation: Salaried, starting at $70,000 and up, commensurate with experience PLUS Bonus

Join our dynamic outpatient team in Erie, PA as a Lead Physical Therapist, assisting in overseeing a collaborative group of 2 PTs and 2 PTAs. This full-time role offers the opportunity to guide clinical excellence while managing a diverse caseload that includes Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, POETS, Neuro, Vestibular, Amputees, Aquatics, and FCEs.

At NovaCare Rehabilitation, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist.

Benefits

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Specialized Care: Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth, clinical expertise with bonus incentives

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations
• Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
• Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors
• Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager
• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
• Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
• CPR certification