Physical Therapist - Clinic Director
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Job Description
Company Description
Founded in 1997, STAR Physical Therapy has grown from a single clinic to over 70 locations across Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri. Our mission remains unchanged: To Serve. While we have grown, one thing that has not changed is our commitment to our patients, communities, and employees.
We Are Committed To
- Delivering industry-leading physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care
- Developing "Great Mechanics Of The Human Body" through our top-notch clinical education program
- Supporting clinicians with comprehensive mentorship and professional development opportunities
Our Mission
At STAR Physical Therapy, we exist to serve. We strive to make a difference in the health and well-being of our patients through clinical excellence and personalized care. Through servant leadership and intentional relationships, we commit to creating a family culture where we use our time, talents, and resources to care for our patients, our communities, and one another.
Job Description
- Oversee daily clinic operations and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Maintain staffing, equipment, and resources for high-quality patient care.
- Hire, train, and supervise clinic staff, providing regular performance evaluations.
- Participate in ongoing education for professional growth.
- Analyze patient data to optimize staffing and program development.
- Lead marketing efforts, including physician visits and community engagement.
- Ensure the highest standards of patient safety and ethical care.
- Demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Requires a relevant physical therapist degree and experience in clinic management.
Qualifications
- Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program
- Current state of TN Physical Therapist (PT) licensure
CPR Certification
- Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office
- Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to multitask effectively
Self-Starter with the Mindset to Achieve Growth
- Outpatient orthopedic experience, including exercise and manual-based skills and sports rehabilitation preferred
- Additional Information
Benefits Package Includes
- Bonus Rewards Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 6 paid holidays
- 401(k) matching
- Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Health & Wellness Program
- Gym Membership Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog
Professional Development
- Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education
- Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more
- New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops
- Journal Clubs
- Clinical Director Training
- Opportunities for specialization and leadership development
- Work Life Balance
- Flexible Scheduling
- Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy
- Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night
Partnerships with Local High School Athletic Teams
Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive!
Key Responsibilities
The Clinic Director oversees daily clinic operations, including staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and the maintenance of high-quality patient care standards. They are also responsible for leading marketing efforts, community engagement, and optimizing staffing through data analysis.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Tennessee, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$86k (275 salary observations; 1,970 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,162 salary observations; 66,743 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee vs national | $86k median in Tennessee | $94k nationally (−8%)275 state / 12,162 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Tennessee | 695 active | 22,215 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 42% no call · 72% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Tennessee physical therapist listings (all specialties): 28% state a sign-on bonus (median $15k) · 25% offer loan repayment721 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,996 in the last 30 days | 4,461 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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