Pediatric Physical Therapist

About the Role

Join Highbar Physical Therapy, New England’s leading outpatient physical therapy teaching practice, as a Pediatric Physical Therapist. We are revolutionizing the physical therapy industry by empowering clinicians to excel while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This role offers a diverse caseload, including pediatric and general orthopedic populations, in a collaborative and supportive environment.

• Patient volume: Under 12 patients per day
• 1:1 patient care, always
• AI-supported documentation + Prompt EMR to reduce after-hours charting
• Predictable and thoughtfully built schedules
• Full autonomy in clinical decision-making (PT-led care)
• Exercise Specialists on the floor to support clinicians
• Direct access to leadership with shared clinical experience
• Proactive burnout prevention built into job design

Professional Development

• Exclusive Pediatric Clinical Development Pathway: Clinician-designed programs unique to Highbar, offering personalized growth in clinical skill and professional purpose through mentorship, live/virtual meetings, and high-level internal/external coursework.
• Pediatric Mentorship: 2 hours per week for 12 weeks of structured, application-focused mentorship with a dedicated Pediatrics PT.
• Pediatrics Special Interest Group: Monthly meetings with the Highbar Pediatrics team and guest speakers to discuss topics of interest and collaborate based on clinician needs.
• Uncapped external continuing education to support personal goals, plus access to over $15,000 worth of in-house courses annually (e.g., Dry Needling, Core-4 series).
• Student Loan Reimbursement: Direct assistance until loans are fully paid off.

Requirements

• Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE-accredited program
• Current Physical Therapy license or eligibility to obtain one
• Creative, collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous learning
• Experience with or eagerness to work with children (pediatric clinical rotation or relevant experience preferred)
• Physical ability to engage with pediatric patients, including:
  • Getting on/off the floor, hopping, skipping, running, and demonstrating exercises
  • Heavy lifting as required
• Strong communication skills, including:
  • Clear, compassionate communication with children, parents, and caregivers
  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Interpretation of nonverbal cues, body language, and behavioral signals

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Uncapped bonus potential
• Student loan assistance until loans are fully paid off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Exclusive H-Shares
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Relocation assistance (when applicable)
• Fitness and wellness benefits
• Employee home-buying assistance
• Community volunteer opportunities

About Highbar

Highbar develops leading-edge physical therapists who practice at the top of their license, acting as primary care providers for musculoskeletal disorders. We prioritize sustainable workloads, career growth, and financial well-being, ensuring our team thrives both professionally and personally.