Posted 10 months ago
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) Physical Therapy Residency Program
Rhode IslandOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
A physical therapist leads a residency as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, delivering advanced orthopedic care, clinical mentorship, and evidence-based training while continuing to earn a full salary.
About this role
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
Skills
ABPTRFE AccreditationAdvanced Manual TherapyCAPTE-accredited ProgramsClinical MentorshipEvidence-based PracticeFirst-contact ProviderMultidisciplinary CollaborationOrthopedic Physical Therapy