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Alliance Residential
Reed City, Michigan

Physical Therapist - Open Your Own Clinic!

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Job Title: Clinic Director – New launch Clinic/ Physical Therapist
  • Department: Operations
  • Reports To: Group Director of Operations
  • FLSA Status: Exempt

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Overview

This position is tailored for a physical therapist with an entrepreneurial spirit who seeks the opportunity to develop and expand a new clinic with Armor Physical Therapy. The ideal candidate will be motivated to cultivate referral relationships and take on a leadership role within a dynamic team environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations and provide Recommend Evidence-Guided treatment to patients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.
  • Create individualized plans of care, monitor patient progress, and manage the discharge process.
  • Complete all required documentation promptly and accurately

Clinic Leadership

  • Take ownership of the clinic’s success by leading from the front—supporting the team, maintaining high clinical standards, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
  • Lead and mentor clinic staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team atmosphere using our intentional culture and organization values
  • Oversee daily operations, including scheduling and managing staffing needs to support clinic efficiency.
  • Assess clinic performance metrics provided by the Business Intelligence team and provide feedback to leadership and clinic staff on opportunities for improvement.

Clinic Growth

  • Develop and maintain relationships with physicians, athletic organizations, and community partners to enhance clinic visibility.
  • Engage in local networking, outreach initiatives, and participate in educational events to promote the clinic.
  • Support efforts to strengthen the clinic’s reputation and expand its referral base within the community.

Operations & Compliance

  • Ensure billing and clinical documentation are accurate and compliant with all guidelines.
  • Adhere to company policies and regulatory standards, maintaining full compliance in all operations.
  • Contribute to budgeting and participate in strategic planning for overall clinic performance.

Why This Role Is Different

  • Opportunity to build and lead your own clinic
  • Strong support system including marketing, operations, and leadership
  • Ability to grow a team and referral network
  • Competitive compensation with leadership growth opportunities

What We’RE Looking For

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
  • Licensed Physical Therapist in the respective state of practice.
  • Preferably, at least four years of clinical experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership mindset with a passion for building and growing a clinic.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster strong professional relationships.
  • Basic understanding of clinic performance metrics and day-to-day operations.

How Success Is Measured

  • Achievement of strong patient outcomes and a high level of patient satisfaction.
  • Growth in clinic volume and ongoing development of referral sources.
  • Effective team leadership and advancement of staff capabilities.
  • Solid financial performance and operational efficiency within the clinic.

Physical Requirements

  • The following physical requirements are needed for essential job duties, with reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.
  • Tasks involve frequent use of hands, speaking, and hearing; regular standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • The position requires lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and over 100 pounds occasionally.

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Key Responsibilities

The Clinic Director will oversee daily operations, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality patient care while driving clinic growth through community networking. They are responsible for managing clinic performance metrics, maintaining compliance, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapy program and hold a valid state license. At least four years of clinical experience and a demonstrated leadership mindset are preferred.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinic managementMentoringReferral development

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 42% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

43 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution43 jobs · 36 employers

8
<$95k
19
$95k-110k
10
$110k-125k
1
$130k
5
$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks37 jobs · 36 employers

401k / retirement match
81%
CME allowance
78%
Sign-on bonus
51%
Loan repayment
32%
Relocation assistance
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,577 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Reed City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$200k
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026).

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Alliance Residential

Wellness and Fitness Services
Grand Rapids, Michigan
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Leadership growth opportunities
Support system for marketing and operations