What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic or Area Director (Licensed Physical Therapist) position at ivyrehab?
State of Location: Illinois Position Summary: Join Ivy Rehab’s dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient. Job Description: Clinic or Area Director / Licensed Physical Therapist - Sign on Bonus Eligible! Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy (Outpatient Ortho) This position will be based out of Tinley Park, with some local travel to sister clinics that you would be overseeing. About Us (The Short but Awesome Version): Ivy Rehab is a leading national provider of outpatient ortho, pediatric, and ABA outpatient therapy services. We are a forward-thinking organization that invests in our teammates’ professional and clinical development. What sets us apart is the way we can cultivate a culture of autonomy, community, collaboration, and entrepreneurship. Over 370 of our clinics were started up and are owned by clinicians just like you! Competitive Salary: Up to $130,000* (based on experience, hours, certifications, number of sites, etc.). Incredible Incentives: Student loan repayment (tax-free), relocation assistance, or some help to buy out a repayment contract with your current employer! Full Benefits in Your First 30 Days: Sign on Bonus Eligible Leadership Incentive plan Medical, dental, vision 401k with a 15% match (2024!) Disability & life insurance (pre-existing waiver included) Pet insurance for your fur babies Paid parental leave and maternity leave Gym and wellness discounts Free mental health financial services Annual CEU allowance paid CEU days annually Up to 5 weeks PTO & 6 paid holidays annually About the role: An Area Director at Ivy Rehab leads the success of multiple clinics by driving strong operational performance, developing high-performing leaders, and ensuring exceptional patient care. The role blends strategic oversight with hands-on coaching, financial accountability, and culture building across a growing region. Area Directors play a key role in scaling Ivy’s mission while empowering Clinic Directors and their teams to thrive. What you need: License as a Physical Therapist in the state of Illinois required Proven leadership experience overseeing multiple outpatient physical therapy clinics or comparable healthcare operations Strong understanding of clinic operations, performance metrics, and financial management (P&L responsibility) Ability to coach, develop, and retain high-performing Clinic Directors and teams Demonstrated success driving growth, operational excellence, and patient care quality Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Willingness to travel regularly within the assigned region Learn more about us here: https://ivyrehab.com/careers/why-work-at-ivy/ We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits. ivyrehab.com Welcome to the Ivy Rehab Network Join us on our mission to inspire & enable people to live life to the fullest! The Ivy Rehab Network is a growing team of orthopedic and pediatric outpatient physical, occupational, speech, and ABA therapy clinics with over 500 locations throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Southeast. Through a shared commitment to clinical excellence, we work as a unified team to serve each person to the best of our ability. Combining our clinical objectives and company culture, you can see why Ivy is committed to providing endless opportunities to every teammate through professional development tracks, continuing education, leadership development, residency cohorts, mentorship programs, and many other resources.