Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Clinical Residency

Atrium Health

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Base: $33.05 - $49.60 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Orthopedic manual physical therapy skills
Patient evaluation and plan of care
Live streamed lecture participation
This one-year residency program is designed to train physical therapists in advanced orthopaedic physical therapy care within an outpatient setting across three geographical locations

Job Summary

  • This one-year residency program is designed to train physical therapists in advanced orthopaedic physical therapy care within an outpatient setting across three geographical locations.
  • Residents receive a program-adjusted salary with a full benefits package while providing 36 hours of patient care weekly alongside four hours of co-treatment with a faculty mentor.
  • Completion of the program prepares candidates for advanced orthopaedic practice, fellowship opportunities, and the APTA's OCS examination through a curriculum combining didactic learning and mentorship.

Matching Summary

This one-year residency program is designed to train physical therapists in advanced orthopaedic physical therapy care within an outpatient setting across three geographical locations.

Salary

Base: $33.05 - $49.60 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Orthopedic manual physical therapy skills
  • Patient evaluation and plan of care
  • Live streamed lecture participation
  • Co-treating with faculty mentor
  • Evidence-based practice application

Nice-to-have

  • Demonstrated interest in orthopaedics
  • Post-entry level outpatient experience
  • Commitment to professional learning
  • Collaborative team communication
  • Supervision of assistants or students

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate degree from CAPTE-accredited PT program
  • Active Physical Therapy license in GA, NC, or WI
  • Current CPR certification required
  • Active member of APTA and Orthopedic section
  • Eligibility to be employed as practicing PT at Atrium Health

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization for licensure

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