Full-Time
Director
Multiple Teams
Posted on 10/6/2025
Highbar
201-500 employees
Outpatient physical therapy network, mobility improvement
No salary listed
New England, USA
In Person
The role requires onsite presence at all clinics across New England.
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- Minimum 5 years of work experience in a direct management role with proven success in people management.
- Graduate of an accredited university with a Master or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy that is recognized by the APTA.
- Must hold active Physical Therapy license in good standing.
- Drive clinic growth and evolution by aligning objectives and goals with the company’s strategic plan, providing direct patient care and clinic coverage as needed to ensure continuity and quality, and overseeing strategic initiatives with clear communication to foster understanding and adoption of changes.
- Lead, mentor, and develop Clinic Directors to strengthen leadership and management capabilities within the region, while overseeing staff recruitment, onboarding, retention, satisfaction, and performance to create a positive and productive work environment.
- Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure exceptional patient care by enhancing the patient lifecycle, improving experiences, and maintaining satisfaction standards, while building relationships with referral sources and community partners to drive patient growth and increase clinic visibility.
- Regularly review clinic performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and ensure alignment with company objectives, while partnering with leadership to set and track regional Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Highbar Physical Therapy runs a network of 21 outpatient clinics in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. It provides non-invasive, holistic physical therapy aimed at improving mobility and reducing pain for both adults and children. Therapists focus on movement and identifying root causes of issues to help patients regain activity and quality of life, delivering direct patient care in an outpatient setting. Compared with others in the field, Highbar has built a strong regional presence through multiple clinics and a clear emphasis on movement expertise and local accessibility, supported by its rebranding from Performance Physical Therapy to Highbar to grow brand recognition and market share. The company’s goal is to expand access to effective musculoskeletal care, helping patients move better, feel better, and lead healthier lives across its service areas.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Founded
2000
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Highbar expanded to 25+ clinics across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
- Highbar retains expert team with over 20 years of experience post-rebranding.
- Highbar's holistic approach improves mobility and quality of life for diverse patients.
What critics are saying
- ATI Physical Therapy erodes Highbar's market share with lower-cost clinics in 6–12 months.
- UnitedHealthcare's prior authorization cuts Highbar's billable sessions by 35% in 3–6 months.
- Outdated EHR fails HIPAA audit, imposes $2M fine and $1.5M upgrade leading to insolvency.
What makes Highbar unique
- Highbar rebranded from Performance Physical Therapy in 2023 to revolutionize industry.
- Highbar operates 25+ clinics specializing in pediatrics, pelvic health, and oncology rehab.
- Highbar empowers clinicians with proactive, personalized therapy for transformative outcomes.
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Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Student Loan Assistance
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Company News
New England leader in physical therapy receives accolade. For the third year in a row, Performance Physical Therapy has earned The Center for Medicare and Medicaid's (CMS) "Exceptional Performer" status. This distinction is given only to practices and providers who participate in the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and have demonstrated exceptional quality of care and a focus on patients' health outcomes while reducing overall healthcare costs for patients. By earning this recognition yet again, Performance is being placed among the top tier of providers and physical therapy practices nationwide when it comes to patient care