<p>A Director of Physical Therapy opportunity is open at an acute care facility in Hope, Arkansas — a leadership role that combines hands-on clinical oversight with departmental management in a community hospital setting. This is a day-shift position with a competitive salary range of $115,000–$135,000, making it one of the stronger compensation packages available for PT directors in the region. Candidates with a background in acute care and a track record of effective team leadership will find this a well-defined, immediately available opening.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Salary range: $115,000–$135,000 annually</li> <li>Day-shift schedule — no evening or overnight coverage required</li> <li>Acute care facility employment with departmental leadership authority</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Director-level role with full oversight of the Physical Therapy department within an acute care hospital</li> <li>Day-shift hours providing a consistent, predictable schedule</li> <li>Immediate opening — no extended hiring timeline</li> <li>Acute care setting encompassing the full spectrum of inpatient rehabilitation and therapy needs</li> <li>Position carries management responsibility for staff, operations, and departmental performance</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current and valid NPI number required</li> <li>Minimum 2–5 years of physical therapy management or supervisory experience</li> <li>Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association required at time of hire</li> <li>Active Arkansas Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per Arkansas state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Hope, Arkansas is a small city in the southwestern corner of the state, offering a low cost of living, a close-knit community atmosphere, and easy access to the natural beauty of the Ouachita region. The area sits within driving distance of Texarkana and is well-positioned for clinicians who prefer a quieter pace of life without sacrificing access to regional amenities. Affordable housing, mild winters, and the outdoor recreation of the surrounding Arkansas landscape make Hope a practical and appealing base for a healthcare professional ready to put down roots.</p>