Full-Time
Outpatient Physical Therapist
Highbar
201-500 employees
Outpatient physical therapy network, mobility improvement
Compensation Overview
$80k - $100k/yr
Cranston, RI, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
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- A degree in Physical Therapy from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education-accredited program is required.
- An active physical therapist license, or eligibility to obtain one, is required.
- The candidate should be willing to grow clinically, contribute to a team, and practice thoughtfully.
- Provide one-to-one outpatient patient care.
- Develop patient plans of care using physical therapist-led clinical decision-making and clinical autonomy.
- Practice at the top of the physical therapist license.
- Participate in two paid mentorship hours per week during the first 12 weeks.
- Complete structured onboarding with a Clinic Director and peer mentor.
- Attend monthly on-site continuing education meetings and participate in the Core-4 Series.
- Use artificial intelligence-supported documentation and Prompt electronic medical records.
- Collaborate with Exercise Specialists and other clinical team members.
- Participate in specialty groups and available clinical development pathways, including orthopedic residency, dry needling, and certified orthopedic manual therapist pathways.
- Experience level may range from new graduate to experienced specialist.
- Interest in orthopedic residency, Dry Needling Level I and II, certified orthopedic manual therapist pathways, or specialty areas such as pelvic health, sports, neurological rehabilitation, vestibular care, or pediatrics.
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
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Highbar added Joint Ventures in October 2025 and PTU in November 2025.
- It reached approximately 53 clinics by late 2025, expanding regional patient access.
- Highbar ranked among Massachusetts' fastest growing companies in 2026, signaling momentum.
What critics are saying
- Integration of Joint Ventures and PTU strains systems, culture, and billing through 2026.
- Private outpatient PT faces payer pressure from hospital-owned chains and employer clinics.
- A failed multi-brand integration could stall growth and weaken Highbar's regional identity.
What makes Highbar unique
- Highbar unified three regional brands in 2023 across 53 New England clinics.
- Its outpatient network spans Rhode Island, Boston, and South Shore Massachusetts.
- The brand emphasizes mentorship and clinician development, strengthening local referral trust.
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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