Physical Therapist Resident

Direct-Orthopedic-Care; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Clinical mentoring

Job summary

Direct Orthopedic Care (DOC) offers an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency in Austin, TX, designed to advance clinical expertise and professional development. The program emphasizes manual therapy, dry needling, pain management, and evidence-based practice, with a pathway toward OCS certification and leadership skills.

The residency includes over 1,500 hours of clinical experience, 150 hours of mentoring, and 300 hours of didactic learning, with access to APTA resources and ongoing research

Qualifications

• Graduate from CAPTE accredited PT program.
• Transcripts from PT program.
• 2 letters of recommendation.
• Current CV.
• Personal Statement.

Responsibilities

• Over 1,500 hours of clinical experience in orthopedic PT.
• Receive 150 hours of one-on-one mentoring, case reviews, and research discussions.
• 250–300 hours of didactic learning via online and in-person sessions.
• Hands-on training across various clinical settings.
• Career guidance and support for professional growth.

Education

CAPTE-accredited PT program

Job description

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Physical Therapist Resident

Professional Austin, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1935

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

The purpose of completing an orthopedic physical therapy residency at Direct Orthopedic Care (DOC) is to advance clinical expertise, professional development, and patient care excellence. Our residency program aligns with the principles and guidelines established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and is designed to foster comprehensive growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The objective of the orthopedic physical therapy residency is to enhance clinical expertise by providing advanced training in areas such as manual therapy, dry needling, and pain management, while fostering evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes.

It supports professional development by preparing residents for Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) certification, cultivating leadership skills, and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration. The residency emphasizes patient-centered care through individualized treatment and the integration of patient education. Additionally, it encourages participation in research and innovation, promoting clinical research and the dissemination of findings within the orthopedic field.

The residency program structure includes over 1,500 hours of clinical experience in orthopedic physical therapy, allowing residents to manage diverse patient caseloads. Residents will receive 150 hours of one-on-one mentoring, case reviews, and research discussions, along with quarterly evaluations to guide clinical skill development. The program also features 300 hours of didactic learning through online and in-person sessions, access to APTA resources, MedBridge, and continuing education. Hands-on training in advanced techniques is provided across various clinical settings. Additionally, career guidance and support for personal well-being are integral to fostering both professional and personal growth.

Ideal Candidate

The Direct Orthopedic Care Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program is seeking highly energetic physical therapists who are passionate about orthopedics and looking to improve their clinical skills in addition their knowledge on how to build a successful nonoperative orthopedic surgical practice. While this opportunity will allow exposure to the operating room, collaboration with DOC surgeons and APPs, the primary focus will be on clinical orthopedic care.

Admissions

Our program accepts applications on a rolling-basis. An interview will be awarded based on evaluation of the applicants CV, educational transcripts, personal statements, and letters of recommendation. PT residents who are accepted must apply for a Texas License.

Requirements

• Graduate from an CAPTE accredited physical therapy program
• Transcripts from physical therapy program
• 2 letters of recommendation
• Current CV
• Personal Statement

Sign on bonus available for those selected to continue as provider with DOC at the end of the residency program.