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Outpatient Physical Therapist - All locations
HighbarRhode Island, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Feb 2026
About the role
Join the Movement!
Finding a PT job is easy. Finding a good PT job is hard. We built Highbar for clinicians who want clarity, support, and a sustainable career, not just another offer.
Highbar Physical Therapy is a premier, PT-led outpatient practice across New England. We are a teaching practice by design, focused on empowering clinicians to practice at the top of their license while delivering exceptional patient care. Our care model is intentionally designed to prioritize clinical autonomy, reasonable caseload expectations, and built-in mentorship, so Physical Therapists can grow confidently without burning out.
What Your Day Actually Looks Like at Highbar
We believe clarity builds trust. Here’s what you can expect:
Patient volume: Lower than industry norms, our expectations are less than 12 patients per dayVisit structure: 1:1 patient careDocumentation: AI-supported documentation + Prompt EMR to reduce after-hours documentationSchedules: Predictable, thoughtfully built schedulesCare decisions: PT-led clinical autonomy—you decide the plan of careSupport staff: Exercise Specialists to support treatment flow so you can focus on being a clinician
If something starts to creep toward burnout, leadership intervenes early. That’s part of the job design - not an afterthought.
Mentorship & Professional Development
Highbar is a teaching practice by design. Professional development is part of your workweek—not something you squeeze in to meet your CEU requirements:
2 paid mentorship hours/week for your first 12 weeksStructured onboarding with a Clinic Director + Peer MentorMonthly Skillz meetings (onsite CE, every month)Core-4 Series to align clinical decision-making and PATTOTL principlesIn-house Orthopedic Residency, Dry Needling (Level I & II), and COMT pathwaysSpecialty SIGs (Pelvic Health, Sports, Neuro, Vestibular, Pediatrics, and more)
We invest $15,000+ in your professional development in your first 18–24 months!
If you’re early in your career or looking for a healthier long-term home, we encourage you to explore Highbar and take the time you need to make sure it’s the right fit.
We are redefining what outpatient physical therapy can feel like, for clinicians and patients alike. Our therapists practice at the top of their license, serve as musculoskeletal primary care providers, and grow through clearly defined clinical and leadership pathways.
Highbar is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.
Finding a PT job is easy. Finding a good PT job is hard. We built Highbar for clinicians who want clarity, support, and a sustainable career, not just another offer.
Highbar Physical Therapy is a premier, PT-led outpatient practice across New England. We are a teaching practice by design, focused on empowering clinicians to practice at the top of their license while delivering exceptional patient care. Our care model is intentionally designed to prioritize clinical autonomy, reasonable caseload expectations, and built-in mentorship, so Physical Therapists can grow confidently without burning out.
What Your Day Actually Looks Like at Highbar
We believe clarity builds trust. Here’s what you can expect:
Patient volume: Lower than industry norms, our expectations are less than 12 patients per dayVisit structure: 1:1 patient careDocumentation: AI-supported documentation + Prompt EMR to reduce after-hours documentationSchedules: Predictable, thoughtfully built schedulesCare decisions: PT-led clinical autonomy—you decide the plan of careSupport staff: Exercise Specialists to support treatment flow so you can focus on being a clinician
If something starts to creep toward burnout, leadership intervenes early. That’s part of the job design - not an afterthought.
Mentorship & Professional Development
Highbar is a teaching practice by design. Professional development is part of your workweek—not something you squeeze in to meet your CEU requirements:
2 paid mentorship hours/week for your first 12 weeksStructured onboarding with a Clinic Director + Peer MentorMonthly Skillz meetings (onsite CE, every month)Core-4 Series to align clinical decision-making and PATTOTL principlesIn-house Orthopedic Residency, Dry Needling (Level I & II), and COMT pathwaysSpecialty SIGs (Pelvic Health, Sports, Neuro, Vestibular, Pediatrics, and more)
We invest $15,000+ in your professional development in your first 18–24 months!
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience - ranging from $80 - 100k +
- Uncapped bonus potential
- Student loan assistance that continues until your loans are paid off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Exclusive H-Shares
- Paid holidays & PTO
- Relocation assistance (when applicable)
- Fitness & wellness benefits
- Employee home-buying assistance
- Community volunteer opportunities
We don’t believe in flashy perks that distract from unsustainable workloads. Compensation here is designed to support both your career growth and your financial goals.
You'll Thrive at Highbar if You Value:
- Practicing as a clinician—not a productivity unit
- Autonomy paired with real support
- Clear expectations around workload and growth
- Leadership with clinical backgrounds
- Feedback that’s welcomed and acted on
What You'll Need:
- Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Active PT license (or eligibility to obtain one)
- A desire to grow clinically, contribute to a team, and practice thoughtfully
If you’re early in your career or looking for a healthier long-term home, we encourage you to explore Highbar and take the time you need to make sure it’s the right fit.
We are redefining what outpatient physical therapy can feel like, for clinicians and patients alike. Our therapists practice at the top of their license, serve as musculoskeletal primary care providers, and grow through clearly defined clinical and leadership pathways.
Highbar is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.
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