Physical Therapist - Clinic Director / Partner
Listed compensation
$80k-$100k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists, a brand partner of Upstream Rehabilitation, is looking for a Physical Therapist Clinic Director/Partner to join our team in Rochester Hills, MI!
Lead Your Outpatient Physical Therapy Team with Us!
At Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you can advance your leadership career while still making an impact through exceptional patient care.
We’re hiring a Clinic Director or a Partner who is an experienced, licensed Physical Therapist passionate about developing clinicians, elevating patient outcomes, and creating a positive, high-performing clinic culture.
- Why Clinic Directors Choose Physical Therapy and Rehab Specialists
- Competitive Clinic Director salary: $80,000 - $100,000
- Monthly clinical and leadership bonus opportunities
- Student loan repayment assistance – directly applied to your principal balance
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance premium option available
- Dental and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Leadership onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing development
- Path to multi-site leadership or clinic ownership/partnership
- Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients and your team
- Supportive regional leadership and a collaborative community of Clinic Directors
- What You’ll Do as a Clinic Director
- Lead, mentor, and support your team of Physical Therapists and clinical staff
- Foster a positive, patient-centered environment with high standards for clinical care
- Provide direct patient care using individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
- Oversee clinic operations including patient experience, clinical performance and scheduling
- Build and nurture relationships with local referral sources and community partners
- Partner with leadership to meet clinic goals and support overall growth
- Continue developing your leadership and clinical skills through Upstream’s professional development programs
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program (DPT or equivalent)
- Active Michigan Physical Therapist license (or eligible)
- Leadership experience preferred; passion for developing others required
- A Better Place to Build Your PT Leadership Career
When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.
Our central support teams handle the administrative work so you can focus on what matters most — your patients, your team, and your clinic.
With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success as a leader.
You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists grow into leadership at Upstream.
Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background, and geographic location of the clinic.
Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
The Clinic Director will lead, mentor, and support the team of Physical Therapists and clinical staff while fostering a positive, patient-centered environment with high standards for clinical care. Responsibilities also include overseeing clinic operations, building referral relationships, and partnering with leadership to meet growth goals.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (267 salary observations; 1,458 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,018 salary observations; 57,383 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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