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Physical Therapist Center Manager
Company : Select Medical
Location : Woodcliff Lake, NJ, 07677-8081
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Overview
Kessler Rehabilitation CenterPosition: Physical Therapist Center Manager
Location: Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours weeklyCompensation: $85,000-$115k+ annually depending on years of experience
Incentive: Student Debt Benefit Program and annual bonus plan
At Kessler, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist.
Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
- Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
- Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
- Advance your Career: We offer specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
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 preferred.
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
Woodcliff Lake's healthcare environment emphasizes community involvement and outpatient rehab growth. Center managers here juggle local patient demographics, regulatory nuances, and regional competition, requiring tailored strategies for staff supervision and clinic expansion compared to other states.
New Jersey mandates a valid state physical therapy license for center managers. While national certifications in specialties like sports medicine or neuro rehab enhance credibility, NJ employers highly value supervisory experience combined with licensure compliance.
Center managers oversee both clinical treatment and operational leadership, including staff management, budget oversight, and community outreach. This contrasts with general therapists who primarily focus on patient care and therapy delivery without administrative duties.
Advancement can include regional director roles, clinical education leadership, or specialized consultancy positions. Experience managing a center in a network like Select Medical can open doors to broader operational or strategic roles within large healthcare systems.
Beyond clinical expertise, skills in team leadership, financial acumen, performance metrics analysis, and community engagement are vital. Effective communication with stakeholders and adaptability to evolving healthcare policies also distinguish successful managers.
Select Medical fosters growth through mentorship programs, paid certifications, and opportunities for specialty training nationwide. Their comprehensive benefits and internal mobility options encourage managers to deepen clinical skills while advancing their leadership capabilities.
Select Medical integrates a robust student debt benefit program and an annual bonus plan, promoting financial wellness alongside career development. Their vast national presence allows managers to explore diverse specialties and internal transfers unmatched by smaller providers.
Salaries typically range from $85,000 to over $115,000 annually, influenced by experience and credentials. This competitive pay reflects regional demand and the managerial responsibilities inherent in overseeing outpatient physical therapy services.