Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program Job Description

Duration: 10-18 months 

Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions

Program Start: Flexible Spring, summer, fall, and winter start dates 

Clinic Location:

10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 303

Bethesda, MD 20817

Prerequisites

1. All residents must have successfully completed a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) accredited professional physical therapy curriculum or have had a state physical therapy board approve the applicant’s first post-professional physical therapy program as “equivalent” to a US CAPTE accredited physical therapy program.

• Applicants currently enrolled in a CAPTE accredited, entry-level program may apply for a position which begins after their graduation date.

1. All applicants must provide evidence of a current and valid license in good standing to practice physical therapy in the United States per respective state guidelines.

• Applicants who are already licensed in another state may apply and begin residency in accordance with the licensing body’s rules and regulations of any state that they complete program hours.
• Physical Therapy students may apply prior to taking the National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE) but will be conditionally approved (probationary status) until successfully passing the exam.

Program Features

• Flexible clinical and didactic education provided both in person and virtually
• In-person weekend didactic intensives to cover:
• Lumbopelvic Region
• Lower Extremity
• Cervical and Thoracic 
• Upper Extremity 
• Incorporate evidence-informed practice with ongoing mentorship, education, and hands on skill development to advance clinical decision-making and psychomotor skills to develop you as a leader and specialist in orthopedic physical therapy
• Independent clinical practice, weekly in-person 1-on-1 mentorship with a Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS), self-guided learning, in-person didactic intensives, and virtual clinical rounds 

Interested in applying or want to learn more about this new program? Send a copy of your CV or Resume along with a cover letter to our Director of Post-Professional Education, John Dale (jdale@alignedorthopedic.com) 

Who we are:

Aligned Orthopedic Partners is a leading provider of comprehensive musculoskeletal care to patients in the Mid-Atlantic. Aligned Ortho has over 125 providers including 50 board-certified orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and physiatrists with specializations across the spectrum of musculoskeletal care from eight clinic locations as well as affiliated surgery and ortho-specific urgent care centers. Our commitment to finding the best solutions for individual needs sets us apart from the competition. We take pride in providing exceptional care while remaining friendly, courteous, and efficient.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience as a Physical Therapist, but we also encourage new graduates to apply!
• Have a Physical Therapy degree from an accredited CAPTE school
• Hold an active Physical Therapy license in Maryland or the ability to get licensed

What we offer:

We strive to enrich the lives of our team and offer a variety of health and wellness benefits including medical and dental benefits, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage, a matching 401Kprogram, generous paid time off, and an environment that celebrates continuous learning and development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aligned Orthopedic Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background. We celebrate what makes us different and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of experiences. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.