Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) Physical Therapy Residency Program

Highbar's ABPTRFE-Accredited Physical Therapy Residency Program Now Accepting Applications!
Highbar (formerly Performance Physical Therapy) is New England's premier outpatient physical therapy practice, offering a tuition-free, advanced Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) residency program for ambitious physical therapists while allowing them to continue making their full salary! Early Applications Open for 2026 Cohort until August 1st, 2026!

Why Choose Highbar's Residency Program?
Industry-leading clinical mentorship
Evidence-based practice focus
Direct access patient care experience
Career advancement opportunities
Competitive salary and benefits
Work-life balance emphasis

Program Highlights:

ABPTRFE-accredited orthopedic physical therapy residency
Comprehensive clinical mentorship from board-certified specialists
Evidence-based practice integration
Advanced manual therapy training
Orthopedic specialty examination preparation
Leadership development opportunities

Clinical Education & Training:

Mastery of advanced examination and treatment techniques for orthopedic conditions.
Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making, empowering residents to act as first-contact providers.
Development of cutting-edge skills in evidence-based education for patients, students, and peers.
Strengthened interpersonal and team collaboration skills to thrive in multidisciplinary settings.

Program Requirements:

Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program
Active PT license in Rhode Island or Massachusetts (required15 days before start)
Current CPR certification
English language proficiency for non-native speakers

More About Us:

We develop leading-edge physical therapists who practice at the top of their license, acting as primary care providers for musculoskeletal disorders, and challenging themselves and their patients to reach new goals.

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.