Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) Physical Therapy Residency Program

Highbar's Sports Residency Program - currently in candidacy status through ABPTRFE - Now Accepting Applications! 
Highbar is New England's premier outpatient physical therapy practice, offering a tuition-free, advanced Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) residency program for ambitious physical therapists while allowing them to continue making their full salary! 
Early Applications Open for inaugural cohort beginning spring 2027
 
Why Choose Highbar's Sports 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:
Sports physical therapy residency, currently in candidacy though ABPTRFE
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.

Salary based on experience
 
Total Compensation Package includes:
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.