🌟 Now Hiring: Physical Therapist - Clinical Director | Lewes, DE

💼 Full-Time | 💰 $5,000 Commitment Bonus + $15,000 Commitment Bonus

🚨 Important: Applicants must be a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in Delaware or eligible through the PT Compact Program. If you are not licensed or have not graduated from an accredited PT program, your application will not be considered. 🚨

🚀 Lead with Purpose. Grow with Us.

Are you ready to lead a team while still doing what you love—helping patients thrive through high-quality, one-on-one care? Aquacare Physical Therapy is hiring a dedicated Physical Therapist - Clinical Director in Lewes, DE to spearhead clinic operations, inspire clinical excellence, and deliver outstanding patient outcomes in a no-double-booking environment.

This is more than just a leadership role—it’s an opportunity to be the CEO of your own clinic and help redefine what it means to be a Physical Therapist - Clinical Director in a patient-centered, values-driven practice.

💡 Why Join Aquacare PT as a Physical Therapist - Clinical Director?

🎯 Leadership with Impact
As a Physical Therapist - Clinical Director, you’ll take ownership of clinic performance and culture, supported by our executive team and mentorship from our CEO. You’ll be empowered to lead, innovate, and grow your team while maintaining hands-on patient care. We believe in building leaders from within and offer a structured Leadership Development Program just for Clinic Directors.

🧑‍⚕️ Mentorship & Professional Growth

• Leadership mentorship from the CEO + peer support

• 4 Clinical Specialty Tracks (Orthopedic, Manual, Pain, Dry Needling)

• Specialty certifications fully funded—no loss in hours or pay

• Dedicated continuing education budget and CEU reimbursement

💵 Competitive Compensation & Bonuses

• $5,000 Commitment Bonus + $15,000 Retention/Commitment Bonus

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses

🩺 Exceptional Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (comprehensive & affordable)

• 401(k) with 4% employer match

• Generous PTO + 6 paid holidays

• Flexible work schedule including 4x10s

• License & certification reimbursement

• Referral bonuses, paid documentation time

• Wellness stipend, fitness reimbursements, and more

• Team culture that prioritizes YOU—your health, your time, your career

🎥 Check out why others join our team:
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🌱 Who We Are

At Aquacare Physical Therapy, we believe in empowering therapists to move freely and live fully, just like our patients. We focus on 1:1 patient care, never double-book, and give clinicians the autonomy, tools, and team support they need to succeed without burnout. We are a community of Builders, Learners, Family, Specialists, and Wow Factor Delivery Agents.

We’re proud to provide value-based care, and our 4.9/5 patient satisfaction rating and 98% MIPS score speak volumes.

🎯 About the Physical Therapist - Clinical Director Role

In this role, you will:

• Lead and mentor a high-performing clinical team

• Foster a supportive, mission-driven clinic culture

• Drive exceptional patient outcomes through direct care

• Implement clinic growth strategies and community outreach

• Manage performance, scheduling, and operational goals

• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic direction

🧾 Requirements (Must-Haves)

✅ Licensed Physical Therapist in Delaware or through the PT Compact Program
✅ Graduate of an accredited PT program recognized by APTA
✅ Minimum of 2 years as a PT (preferred)
✅ CPR/BLS certification (preferred)

📌 Applications that do not meet these minimum qualifications will not be reviewed.

💪 Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and patient transfers

• Duties may include reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching

📅 Schedule

• Monday through Friday

• Rotational Saturdays

• Flexible schedule available (e.g., 4x10s)

📍 Location

• In-person | Lewes, DE clinic

Join a company that treats you like family and empowers you to lead.
Apply today to become our next Physical Therapist - Clinical Director in Lewes and make an impact on your career—and the lives of your patients.

Join a Team Where You Can Grow, Specialize, and Make a Difference!

For over 26 years, Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy has proudly delivered premier outpatient physical therapy services across Maryland and Delaware as a locally owned and operated practice.

We’re committed to helping our clinicians specialize in their fields of interest—supporting professional growth through mentorship and continuing education.

Our specialty services are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community and include:

Specialty Areas:
✅ Orthopedic Rehabilitation ✅ OP Home Visits (PT PLUS)
✅ Aquatic Therapy ✅ Sports Rehabilitation (Aquacare Athletics)
✅ Balance & Vestibular Therapy ✅ Dance Rehabilitation
✅ Lymphedema Treatment ✅ Neurological Rehabilitation
✅ Pelvic Floor Therapy ✅ Women’s Health

At Aquacare, you’ll be part of a collaborative, patient-centered team that values quality care and clinical excellence.