Overview
Physical Therapist - Clinic Director (Sports Focus)
Kessler Rehabilitation Center 2854 Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ Full‑Time | 40 hours per week $93,000 - $116,000 annually (based on experience) Student Debt Benefit Program + Annual Bonus Plan Up to $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus
Performance‑Driven Rehab. Athlete‑Centered Care. Shape the Future in Jersey City.
Kessler Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and sports‑driven Physical Therapist to lead and expand a high‑performance Sports Rehabilitation Program at our Jersey City location.
This is not a ground‑up start - our center is already treating Division I collegiate athletes, with an established referral pipeline, athletic partnerships, and athletic trainer collaboration in place. The opportunity is to elevate, scale, and brand the program through excellence in sports medicine, performance, and return‑to‑play strategies.
If you want to treat athletes, lead clinicians, influence the local sports community, and build a destination‑level sports rehab program, this role was built for you.
What You'll Do:
As Physical Therapist Center Manager - Sports Focus, you will:
- Lead and grow a Sports Rehabilitation & Performance service line treating high‑level athletes, including D1 collegiate athletes
- Deliver best‑in‑class sports rehab outcomes, return‑to‑sport programming, and performance‑driven care
- Collaborate closely with Athletic Trainers, physicians, and sports organizations
- Mentor and develop clinicians with an emphasis on sports clinical excellence
- Serve as the clinical and operational leader, overseeing staff performance, scheduling, and financial outcomes
- Build and strengthen community, collegiate, and athletic partnerships
- Drive utilization of advanced sports rehab techniques and evidence‑based protocols
- Partner with Regional Leadership to align operational performance with growth goals
Who We're Looking For
Licensed Physical Therapist (NJ) 3+ years outpatient experience with supervisory or leadership experience Advanced certification strongly preferred (SCS, OCS, or similar) Passion for sports medicine, athletic performance, and leadership Proven ability to influence culture, build teams, and grow programs
Why Kessler?
At Kessler Rehabilitation Center, you don't just treat patients-you shape careers and redefine outcomes.
We invest in YOU:
- Elite Mentorship & Leadership Development
- Robust CEU Program with paid national certifications
- Student Debt Benefit Program
- Generous PTO for real work‑life balance
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Nationwide career pathways across specialties:Sports Medicine | Concussion | Neuro | Aquatics | Pelvic | Hand Therapy & more
- 1900+ centers in 39 states - grow here or anywhere
The Bottom Line
If you're a sports‑oriented Physical Therapist ready to lead, inspire, and build something special-without starting from scratch - this is your chance to take ownership of a high‑visibility Sports Rehab program with the backing of an industry leader.
Apply today and help define the future of sports rehabilitation in Jersey City.
Responsibilities
Resposibilities of the Physical Therapist/Center Manager include:
- Provides daily management and supervision of services at assigned center.
- Possesses a diverse knowledge base and skill set to facilitate patient treatment and staff development. Facilitates team dynamics and efficient facility functions.
- Center Manager is involved in the organization and the community to help grow the business.
- Responsible for staff and financial management of the outpatient center; identifies key indicators and influences upon them.
- Communicates with Regional Director on an on-going basis and provides clinical and operational performance updates.
Qualifications
- Successful completion of those educational requirements as mandated for state licensure or eligibility for a license in Physical Therapy.
- Current and valid NJ state licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
- A minimum of three years' experience in a rehab setting required with supervisory experience required.
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Select Medical Corp
Superior quality and care. Compassion and Respect. Results oriented. Teamwork. Resourcefulness. These are the core values upon which Select Medical was built. Since its founding in 1996, Select Medical has passionately focused on providing superior, patient-centered care that improves quality of life.Co-founded by Rocco Ortenzio and Robert Ortenzio, Select Medical began as a regional provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. Contract therapy was added to the company's specialized health care offerings in 1997, and was quickly followed by the introduction of long-term acute care in 1998. In 1999, Select Medical made one of its largest acquisitions by purchasing NovaCare Physical Rehabilitation and Occupational Health. In three years, Select Medical had grown from a small start-up into a diversified health care company with a national presence. This progressive yet responsible growth was one attribute that led to the company's recognition as one of the Best Managed Companies in America by Forbes magazine.