Resident Physical Therapist

Select Medical; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment

NPTE prep course provided

Mentorship program

Health coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy in San Francisco, CA seeks a Resident Physical Therapist for a 12‑month Orthopedic Residency Program. This role maintains full salary during the residency and offers a sign‑on bonus, student loan repayment assistance, and NPTE prep support.

Ideal for new graduates or PTs new to orthopedics seeking accelerated growth through one‑on‑one mentorship and structured coursework, with options for internal or external candidates. Residency follows hire as staff PT.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients.
• Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and compliance.
• Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third-party payors.
• Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager.

Skills

CPR certification

Licensure eligibility

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Resident Physical Therapist

(Orthopedic Residency)

San Francisco, CA

Salary Range: $105,000 up to $120,000 Annually (commensuratewith experience)

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Up to $20,000 Sign On Bonus

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$350 Monthly Student Loan Repayment Assistance

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NPTE Prep Coarse Provided For All New Grads

Clinic Address:

3222 Geary Blvd

San Francisco, CA 94118

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Resident Physical Therapist to join our APTA-accredited, 12-month Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program in Northern California. This residency is designed to elevate clinical expertise through structured mentorship, hands‑on learning, and advanced orthopedic training—without reducing salary.

This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates of APTA-accredited physical therapy programs or licensed physical therapists new to orthopedics who are seeking accelerated professional growth through one‑on‑one mentorship.

External candidates and internal applicants are welcome. A separate application and interview process is required for the residency following hire as a staff physical therapist.

Residency Program Highlights

• Full salary and benefits maintained throughout the program
• APTA-accredited orthopedic residency (January–December) preparing residents for the OCS exam
• 150 hours of 1:1 clinical mentorship with patients at your home clinic
• 10 hands‑on skills labs focused on exam and treatment techniques
• Monthly didactic coursework
• Written and practical examinations aligned with APTA Orthopedic Section standards
• Mentor time built into the workweek—no additional hours required

Benefits & Career Development

Our comprehensive benefits package supports both your professional growth and personal well‑being:

• Strong Start: Structured onboarding and mentorship programs
• Continuing Education: Robust CEU program with paid national certifications
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement Planning: Company‑matching 401(k)
• Student Loan Support: Ongoing student debt repayment assistance
• Specialty Exposure: Opportunities in sports medicine, aquatics, neuro, pelvic health, hand therapy, concussion care, and more
• Career Advancement: Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program with bonus incentives

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the San Franscisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain all corporate and clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations
• Evaluate, treat, direct, and document treatment for patients
• Maintain open and respectful communication with colleagues, physicians, patients, family members and third‑party payors
• Attend/participate in center meetings as directed by the center manager

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
• Current State physical therapist license or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice
• CPR certification

Additional Data

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