Physical Therapist - Resident

HealthPartners • Bloomington, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

TRIA is hiring a Physical Therapist Resident for its Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency, a one-year program offering an advanced, evidence-based curriculum and high-quality mentorship. The program is intended for motivated physical therapists who aspire to practice at the top of the profession and develop their skills in orthopedic care, patient-centered practice, and improving patient outcomes and community well-being. Residency educational materials are included in the tuition, which Park Nicollet/TRIA covers fully. Residents receive approximately four hours per week of protected one-to-one time with an approved mentor, with opportunities to learn from mentors in orthopedic clinical specialties and subspecialties. The program requires 150 direct one-to-one mentoring hours.

The Physical Therapist communicates professionally and clearly with staff, patients, families, physicians, and other customers, and practices according to professional standards and ethical codes. The role includes direct patient care, professional development, outcome and competency monitoring, compliance with professional and regulatory standards, and participation in process improvement. Therapists also participate in three professional pursuits, in some combination of community events, clinical-profession activities, presentations or programs, projects, or committees. The position is based at one of six TRIA locations: Burnsville, Maple Grove, Minneapolis, Plymouth, Bloomington, or Woodbury. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, with no weekend or holiday work requirement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Licensed with the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy.
• Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and participation in the Minnesota Chapter of APTA or a section.
• Take the National Physical Therapy Examination no later than April 2026.
• Obtain a license to practice physical therapy in Minnesota by July 1, 2026.

Nice To Haves

• Exhibit leadership qualities and serve as a professional role model in the clinic, demonstrating excellent communication skills, drive for results, motivation of others, and integrity and trust.
• Proficiency with communication and data-processing equipment.
• Proficiency with clinical apparatus related to the area of expertise.
• Proficiency with the organization’s electronic medical record software.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support patient outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Communicate clearly, promptly, and professionally with staff, patients, patient families, physicians, and other internal and external customers.
• Practice in compliance with professional standards and the professional code of ethics.
• Support PNHS values through daily departmental operations.
• Participate in professional growth and development, outcome and competency monitoring, and compliance with professional organizations, regulatory standards, and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in process improvements to advance patient care outcomes and satisfaction.
• Complete three professional pursuits, in some combination of community events, clinical-profession activities, presentations or programs, projects, and committee participation.
• Participate in residency mentoring, including approximately four protected hours per week of one-to-one work with an approved mentor.

Benefits

• Park Nicollet/TRIA fully covers residency tuition.
• Residency educational materials are included in tuition.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Retirement program.
• Time away from work.
• Insurance options.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Onsite clinic.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning (for eligible positions).

What This Job Offers

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