Center Manager - Physical Therapist

We're hiring a Center Manager - Physical Therapist in Albuquerque East to lead and oversee outpatient therapy center operations while maintaining a full patient caseload. This role has responsibility for 1-3 therapy centers and combines clinical excellence, operational leadership, financial accountability, and referral development within a patient-centered care model.

Position overview and purpose.

• Evaluate, treat, and manage a full physical therapy caseload
• Develop and update individualized treatment plans with clear documentation of medical necessity
• Ensure compliance with state practice acts, Medicare, OSHA, and clinical policies
• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for staff
• Review outcomes data and implement plans to improve patient care quality
• Participate in clinical in-services, committees, and professional development

• Manage day-to-day operations for 1-3 therapy centers
• Ensure efficient scheduling, caseload management, and staffing levels
• Oversee Site Supervisors and clinical staff as applicable
• Conduct staff onboarding, training, performance reviews, and development planning
• Maintain compliance with agency, state, federal, and local regulations
• Conduct quality assurance and compliance audits and resolve deficiencies

• Own center P&L performance and profitability
• Develop and manage center budgets and financial plans
• Analyze financial statements and performance metrics to address underperformance
• Approve purchase orders and manage cost controls
• Justify and process capital equipment requests

• Develop and execute center-specific sales and marketing plans
• Build and maintain strong physician, payer, and referral source relationships
• Drive referral growth and ensure staff participation in marketing initiatives
• Support implementation of specialty programs requested by referral partners

• Foster a positive, values-driven work environment
• Lead employee relations and retention initiatives
• Conduct regular staff meetings and clinical in-services
• Collaborate with executive leadership and medical directors

• Licensed Physical Therapist in California
• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program
• Experience in outpatient physical therapy required
• Prior leadership, center management, or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of clinic operations, compliance, and financial performance
• Proficiency with clinical documentation, billing, payroll, and reporting systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Current CPR certification

• Ability to lift and transfer patients up to 50 lbs independently
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday
• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient care and documentation
• Fine motor skills for handling equipment, documentation, and computer use

• Competitive compensation package
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Leadership role with growth into regional or executive management
• Supportive, patient-driven clinical environment