About The Position

The Sports Physical Therapy Fellowship is an approximately 12–13-month advanced training opportunity for a licensed Physical Therapist. The Fellow serves in a dual role with the Minnesota Vikings and Twin Cities Orthopedics (TCO)/Training HAUS outpatient clinics. During training camp and the NFL season, the Fellow works with the Vikings’ athletic trainers, medical staff, and coaching personnel to support athlete health and performance, including injury evaluation, rehabilitation planning, and day-to-day player care. After training camp, the Fellow continues to provide care within the Vikings organization and TCO/Training HAUS sports orthopedic clinics, treating a diverse population of athletes and patients. The Fellowship combines hands-on professional sports experience with mentorship and clinical practice. It is designed to advance clinical expertise, decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a high-performance sports environment. TCO/Training HAUS is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local, physician-owned and physician-led medical practices.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree from a four-year college or university.
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from a CAPTE-accredited program.
  • Licensed Physical Therapist with successful completion of the NPTE exam.
  • Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) in Sports Physical Therapy or completion of an accredited Sports Physical Therapy Residency.
  • Two years of certified athletic training or physical therapy experience working in Power 4 collegiate football or the NFL.
  • Eligible for licensure to practice in Minnesota.
  • CPR and first-aid certification for a professional rescuer.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic setting and a flexible schedule based on clinic needs, including variable shifts and multiple clinic locations.
  • Ability to comply with company policies, procedures, practices, and business ethics guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA, Stark, and OSHA requirements.
  • Prompt and reliable attendance; ability to work efficiently, handle interruptions appropriately, meet deadlines, and prioritize workload.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance occasionally.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout a shift, and frequently push, pull, and reach.
  • Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents; auditory ability to participate clearly in phone or video calls; manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • Certifications relevant to the position or degree, including CSCS, PES, and SCCC.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Minnesota Vikings’ Director of Sports Medicine, Associate Head Athletic Trainer, TCO Contracted Vikings PT, and TCO Sports Residency/Fellowship Director with prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured athletes.
  • Maintain communication with the Contracted Vikings role, the primary fellowship mentor.
  • Assist with recognizing and referring major injuries and illnesses to the Director of Sports Medicine and Vikings staff.
  • Assist the Associate Head Athletic Trainer with player-care processes and logistics.
  • Assist with practice coverage and field setup as directed, and provide game-day rehabilitation as needed.
  • Manage Recovery Room modalities and schedule services as needed.
  • Assist with annual Combine and non-Combine processes as requested.
  • Routinely evaluate and treat outpatient conditions in consultation with a physician, and occasionally evaluate and treat outpatient conditions under direct access.
  • Participate in Fellowship and Resident Program curriculum requirements.
  • Select and apply therapeutic exercises, modalities, manual therapy, and other treatments in accordance with the state practice act.
  • Document patient-care services according to regulatory and department guidelines.
  • Provide direct supervision of a Physical Therapist Assistant or Athletic Trainer if required.
  • Collaborate with the Sports Fellowship and Residency Director, physicians, managers, and staff across the organization.
  • Maintain a safe environment for self, staff, and patients.
  • Occasionally participate in community functions and TCO, Training HAUS, or Minnesota Vikings outreach events.
  • Travel to other work locations if required.
  • Communicate respectfully and professionally in person, by phone, and by email; use logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical plan, including a maternity bundle, for employees working 30 or more hours per week (60 hours per pay period).
  • Dental and vision plans for employees working 30 or more hours per week (60 hours per pay period).
  • Tuition reimbursement for employees working 30 or more hours per week (60 hours per pay period).
  • 401(k) profit sharing for all employees, regardless of hours worked.
  • Employee Assistance Program for all employees.
  • Lifetime Fitness Subsidy for all employees.
  • Car rental discounts.
  • Home, auto, and pet insurance savings programs.
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