Orthopedic Resident Physical Therapist

SSM Health Physical Therapy • Richmond Heights, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Physical Therapy, in collaboration with Saint Louis University, offers a 12-month orthopedic physical therapy residency program. This program is designed to advance licensed physical therapists in their orthopedic knowledge, skills, and attributes. Both external and current employees of SSM Health Physical Therapy are eligible to apply. The program's mission is to graduate physical therapists who exemplify excellence through advanced integration of evidence into practice, enhanced clinical decision-making, and reflective patient care. The program begins on August 9th, 2027. This is a full-time, paid position with benefits.

Requirements

• A current and valid Missouri licensure (or eligibility for Missouri licensure as a Physical Therapist).
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
• Recent graduates of APTA credentialed physical therapy programs are eligible to apply.
• Physical therapists new to the field of orthopedics and seeking one-on-one mentoring are eligible to apply.
• A history of clinical practice or clinical education experience(s) in the orthopedic setting (minimum of 10 weeks).
• Strong fundamental skills in the application of examination and treatment procedures.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A commitment to lifelong learning including the pursuit of Board Certification in Orthopedics.
• Professional interests include serving the uninsured or underinsured in an urban environment.
• A desire to develop as an instructor for an entry-level DPT program.

Responsibilities

• Participates in clinical practice.
• Engages in multiple weekly structured educational experiences.
• Provides mentored patient care.
• Teaches in Saint Louis University’s Program in Physical Therapy.
• Participates in physician shadowing.
• Creates a scholarly product.

Benefits

• Company matching 401(k)
• Multiple and affordable PPO benefits + HSA options
• Generous Paid Time Off + Holidays + Extended Illness Days (EID)
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Excellent Orientation Program
• New Grad Mentorship
• Residency Programs
• National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level