Physical Therapist - Post Graduate PT Training Program

Reno Orthopedic Center; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education allowance $2,500

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Discounted orthopedic care at ROC

Paid time off and holiday pay

Extended sick leave

401(k) plan contributions

EAP, disability and life insurance

Health and fitness program

Coffee shop onsite

Job summary

Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC) in Reno, NV offers a 13-month Physical Therapy Post-Graduate Training Program to develop advanced, evidence-based orthopedic skills through structured mentorship and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The program provides exposure to diverse surgical cases and patient populations, with didactic lectures, journal clubs, shadowing, online modules, and independent study to build clinical reasoning and practice readiness.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Active Nevada Physical Therapy license from Nevada State Board (or eligible to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and carry out individually designed programs of physical therapy to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning.
• Review physician's referral and patient's medical records and confer with patient and medical practitioners to plan, implement, and assess the intervention program.
• Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
• Test, measure and record in EMR the patient's strength, motor development, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory status.
• Analyze patient progress and modify interventions to achieve goals and refer to other practitioners as needed.
• Educate patients about injury prevention and ergonomics, and how to use assistive devices.
• Discharge patient with follow-up care or referrals as appropriate.

Education

CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program

Basic Life Support certification

Active Nevada Physical Therapy license (or eligible)

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity post-Physical Therapy program graduation to grow your orthopedic skills?

Reno Orthopedic Center's Physical Therapy Post-Graduate Training Program prepares clinicians for advanced, evidence-based practice through structured mentorship, direct collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, and comprehensive exposure to a diverse patient population and surgical conditions. The program is committed to developing competent, ethical practitioners who deliver high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic care.

We are a top outpatient orthopedic clinic with many talented and OCS-certified clinicians from whom to learn. Join us to gain additional training and knowledge in this area to jump start your PT career!

Enrollment for this program is open until November 13th; don't miss this amazing opportunity!

Curriculum Outline:

This will be a 13-month program where you will obtain 4 hours of clinical 1:1 mentoring per week as well as 32 non-mentored hours.

Didactic:

• Monthly journal clubs
• Monthly physician/surgery shadowing
• 2 hours of online learning modules per week (self-paced)
• Independent study of 3 hours per week

What would you do in this role?

• Plan, prepare, and carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients;
• Review physician's referral and patient's medical records and confer with patient and appropriate medical practitioners to plan, implement, and assess the intervention program;
• Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation;
• Test, measure and record in patient's electronic medical record the patient's strength, motor development, functional capacity, sensory perception, and respiratory and/or circulatory efficiency;
• Analyze patient progress and data, record in electronic medical record and modify interventions to achieve anticipated goals and expected outcomes, including referring to other practitioners as needed;
• Educate patients about injury prevention, ergonomics, and ways to promote health;
• Instruct patient in use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and canes as well as in treatment procedures to be continued at home;
• Discharge patient from physical therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained; provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals;
• Participate in scheduled individual mentoring sessions with an experienced physical therapist;
• Incorporate mentor feedback to improve clinical reasoning, examination techniques, and treatment interventions;
• Attend and actively participate in didactic lectures, case discussions, journal clubs and skills laboratories;
• Complete assigned readings, clinical projects, and competency assessments within program timelines.

Certifications/Education

• Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program;
• Basic Life Support certification;

• Active Nevada Physical Therapy license from Nevada State Board (or eligible to obtain).

AtReno Orthopedic Center (ROC), we believe that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our people. We prioritizework-life balanceby fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment where workloads are managed realistically, schedules are respected, and personal well-being is valued.

Why choose ROC? Full time benefits include:

• Continuing education allowance of $2,500 in addition to the training program
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Discounted orthopedic care at ROC
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Extended sick leave
• 401(k) plan contributions with no match required
• EAP, disability and life insurance
• Health and fitness program
• Coffee shop onsite (main location)

Come build your career with a team that's committed to innovation, community, and compassion in orthopedic care. Whether you're a seasoned specialist or just starting your journey, you'll find purpose, impact, and growth atReno Orthopedic Center.