Physical Therapist Resident - 2027-2028 Cohort

Summit Orthopedics•Plymouth, MN

1d•$60,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Summit Orthopedics Physical Therapy Residency Program combines an evidence-based curriculum with individualized mentorship to develop physical therapists dedicated to improving and restoring the quality of life of the patients and communities we serve. Summit offers 13-month residency tracks in Sports Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Physical Therapy. The residency is designed for highly motivated physical therapists seeking advanced clinical training, structured mentorship, and professional development. Both recent graduates and physical therapists with prior clinical experience are encouraged to apply. The program includes at least 150 hours of mentorship, including at least 100 hours of direct one-on-one mentorship. The didactic curriculum is provided through Bellin University and includes online coursework, weekend intensive sessions, and hands-on learning experiences. Residents also participate in monthly multidisciplinary Grand Rounds and Journal Club sessions, scholarly activities, professional presentations, and educational experiences involving Summit physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals. Under the supervision of the Program Directors and residency faculty, the Physical Therapist Resident will provide orthopedic and sports physical therapy services by evaluating patients and planning, implementing, and progressing individualized treatment programs. The program is designed to advance the resident’s clinical reasoning, examination and treatment skills, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparation for future American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties certification in sports or orthopedic physical therapy.

Requirements

Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy education program before the residency start date
Eligibility for Minnesota physical therapist licensure, with all licensure requirements completed before beginning employment
Current CPR/AED certification
Demonstrated interest in advanced orthopedic or sports physical therapy practice
Ability to satisfy the clinical, educational, scheduling, and travel requirements of the residency
ATC, EMT, or EMR credential for Sports Physical Therapy Residency applicants, obtained before beginning required sports clinical experiences

Nice To Haves

Applicants must identify their preferred residency track when applying.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop and implement individualized physical therapy plans of care in coordination with physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
Provide evidence-based treatment consistent with clinical findings, patient goals, physician referrals, and applicable professional standards.
Clarify treatment instructions and communicate with physicians, residency faculty, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care and clinical decision-making.
Evaluate and document patient progress and maintain complete and accurate evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, prognoses, home exercise programs, self-management strategies, and injury-prevention principles.
Participate in scheduled one-on-one and collaborative mentorship, including patient-case preparation, direct observation, clinical reasoning, feedback, and performance assessment.
Complete all required didactic coursework, weekend intensive sessions, presentations, scholarly activities, Grand Rounds, and Journal Club responsibilities.
Participate in clinic and system-wide educational programs and contribute to the professional development of Summit team members.
Contribute to organizational performance-improvement activities by identifying opportunities for improvement, assisting with data collection, implementing new procedures, and providing input during departmental and residency-program discussions.
Participate in establishing individual performance expectations, professional-development goals, and residency learning objectives.
Maintain organized work areas and promote a safe, accessible, effective, and efficient clinical environment.
Maintain current professional knowledge through continuing education, scientific literature, coursework, seminars, and professional activities.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws and all organizational and professional requirements.
Perform other applicable duties as assigned.