Center Manager Physical Therapist - $20K Sign-on Bonus
Company : Select Medical
Location : Atlanta, GA, 30308-7445
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Overview
Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Location: 855 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 1B, Viewpoint Atlanta, GA 30308
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Compensation: Salary starts at $78,000 and increases based on years of experience!
Incentives: $20,000 sign-on bonus and unlimited student debt benefit offered!
At Physio, 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 comprehensive 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
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Advance your Career: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
Responsibilities
- Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations
- Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
- Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors
- Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager
Qualifications
- Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
- Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
- CPR certification
Frequently asked questions
Atlanta's healthcare sector is growing, creating strong demand for skilled center physical therapists. Managerial roles like the one at Select Medical face moderate competition, especially for candidates with leadership experience and state licensure. Local networking and certifications can significantly boost hiring chances.
In Georgia, maintaining an active state physical therapist license is essential. Additional certifications in specialties like sports medicine or neurotherapy are highly valued at outpatient centers, especially in Atlanta, where patient needs are diverse and often complex.
Beyond patient care, the Center Physical Therapist Manager balances administrative duties such as compliance oversight, staff coordination, and communication with physicians and payors. This role demands leadership and multitasking abilities to maintain smooth center operations while ensuring high-quality therapy delivery.
Select Medical offers career advancement via specialty certifications, mentorship, and cross-state transfers. Physical therapist managers can develop leadership skills, pursue clinical specializations, or transition into broader healthcare management roles within the company’s extensive network.
The $20,000 sign-on bonus significantly enhances the initial financial appeal, supplementing the base salary which starts at $78,000 and rises with experience. This upfront incentive helps offset relocation or transition costs, making the position financially attractive in Atlanta's competitive market.
Select Medical supports physical therapy managers with comprehensive perks including student debt relief, paid national certification programs, and a robust 401(k) match. Such offerings underscore their commitment to professional growth and personal well-being.
Select Medical emphasizes mentorship and continuous education, fostering an innovative environment. Managers benefit from a large network of 1900 centers, enabling internal mobility and exposure to diverse specialties uncommon in smaller local outpatient clinics.
Specialties such as sports medicine, neuro, and pelvic therapy enhance a candidate's profile, aligning well with Select Medical’s broad service scope. These certifications demonstrate advanced clinical skills valued in managerial positions.
Physical therapist manager salaries in Atlanta typically range from $75,000 to $95,000 annually. Select Medical’s starting salary of $78,000, combined with the $20K sign-on bonus and career development incentives, positions it competitively within this local salary spectrum.
While the role is primarily onsite to ensure hands-on patient care and team leadership, Select Medical supports work-life balance through generous PTO and flexible scheduling within the standard Monday-Friday framework to accommodate personal needs.