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Center Manager in Training (Physical Therapist) - $20,000 bonus
Company : Select Medical
Location : Sarasota, FL, 34243-2868
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Overview
Position: Assistant Center Manager - Physical Therapist (Outpatient)
Location: 8429 Tuttle Avenue, Units 234-236, Sarasota, Florida 34243-2868
Schedule: Mon - Fri
Compensation: Starting at $85,000+/yr. Starting salary calculated by experience
Incentives: $20,000 bonus PLUS indefinite student debt benefit program of $350/month.
Select Physical Therapy is currently interviewing Physical Therapist for a full time Center Manager in training opportunity. Are you a Physical Therapist with a minimum of two (2) year of experience working in outpatient orthopedics and interested in pursuing management? If so, this position is for you! The Assistant Center Manager/Center Manager in training serves as a platform for the training and development necessary for consideration of a promotion to a Center Manager role within 12-18 months. This position will help oversee our physical therapy team of clinicians and front office support staff treating a general outpatient population!
Every Center Manager in training is responsible for treating a caseload in addition to creating and promoting a safe environment, ensuring an exceptional experience for patients and employees, and helping Select Medical meet its annual business plan. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to our patients and grow your business with the NATION’S LEADER IN OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPY! Let's foster your growth!
Responsibilities
- Offer coaching, guidance, support, and training for staff development and growth
- Assist leadership in growing both the center and market through program and business development
- Support employee engagement and retention efforts
- Assist with the management and resolution of employee relations issues
- Help develop strategies to increase profitability
- Provide an exceptional patient care experience
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy
- Valid State Physical Therapy License
- Minimum 2 years outpatient orthopedic experience.
- CPR certification
Additional Data
Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection
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Frequently asked questions
This position uniquely combines hands-on outpatient orthopedic physical therapy with managerial responsibilities, allowing you to treat patients while mentoring staff and shaping center operations. It’s ideal for therapists eager to transition into leadership without stepping away from clinical work.
Candidates should hold a valid Florida physical therapy license and have at least two years of outpatient orthopedic experience. Familiarity with outpatient clinic workflows and leadership potential are key to thriving in this hybrid clinical-management role.
This role serves as a stepping stone toward full center management within 12 to 18 months. It offers hands-on leadership training, exposure to business development, and the chance to influence patient care and staff engagement in a thriving outpatient setting.
Select Medical integrates clinical duties with leadership training, providing coaching for team development, tools for managing operations, and incentives like a $20,000 bonus and student debt benefits, fostering both professional growth and financial support.
Yes, beyond competitive salaries starting at $85,000+, Select Medical offers a generous PTO policy, comprehensive health plans, a monthly student debt benefit, and a company-matched 401(k), all designed to enhance wellbeing and long-term career satisfaction.
Starting salaries usually begin at around $85,000 annually, influenced by experience. Sarasota’s cost of living and demand for outpatient physical therapy managers support competitive compensation packages, often supplemented by bonuses and benefits.
Sarasota offers a balanced work-life environment with a steady demand for outpatient orthopedic PTs. While salaries might be slightly lower than Miami or Tampa, quality of life and growth potential in management roles remain strong within this region.
Maintaining CPR certification is mandatory, but pursuing additional outpatient orthopedic specialty certifications recognized in Florida can enhance your candidacy by demonstrating advanced clinical expertise aligned with community care standards.
The company structures this hybrid role to encourage treating a clinical caseload while providing leadership guidance and business strategy input, enabling therapists to expand their skill set without sacrificing direct patient interaction.
Select Medical emphasizes a comprehensive mentorship approach, blending clinical and managerial training with attractive financial incentives, such as a $20,000 bonus and ongoing student debt benefits, fostering a sustainable leadership pipeline.