Neurologic Residency

Develop expertise across the full spectrum of neurologic specialist practice

The Utah Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency program prepares PTs for specialist level clinical practice across the spectrum of neurologic rehabilitation. Residents practice in the brand new, cutting edge Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital and Sugarhouse Health Center. These are part of the University of Utah Health system, which is consistently ranked #1 in quality in the nation among academic medical centers.

This 12.5-month program includes direct patient care; mentoring with expert clinicians in each setting; targeted didactics; teaching in the University of Utah entry-level DPT program; clinical research opportunities and mentorship; and, a variety of other professional development opportunities.

Sponsoring Agencies

The Department of Physical Therapy & Athletic Training (PTAT)
University of Utah Health

Outcomes

Graduation rate
100%

First time NCS pass rate
94.4%

Accreditation

The Neurologic Residency is accredited by ABPRFE (since 2012).

Basic Information

Duration

12.5 months

Capacity

2 residents per year

Time & Activites

Patient care (~30 hours/week)

Includes 3 hours/week 1:1 mentoring with expert clinicians
11 week rotations across the spectrum of neurologic PT management, including neurocritical and acute care, inpatient rehab teams (Stroke, SCI, TBI), and outpatient

Didactics (1-2 hours/week plus independent study)

Online and in person didactics
Level 1 CCIP (CI credentialing) course

Teaching assistant in entry-level DPT courses (average ~5 hours/week)

Neuromuscular management (Fall)Doctoral seminar; PT topics (TBD)
Neuroanatomy (Spring)

Professional development selected from menu of experiences (30 hours)

Research
Community service learning
Interprofessional clinics
Specialty areas of practice, including vestibular/audiology, orthotics/prosthetics, gait labs, seating and positioning, etc.

Our Mission

Provide qualified physical therapists advanced knowledge and clinical skill in the management of individuals with neurologic impairments.

Program Introduction Video

Financial Considerations

Salary

Standard PT salary for 30 hours/week clinic (~$59K for new graduates) plus benefits (0.75FTE)

Fringe benefits

$750 continuing education (CE) stipend + 5 days PTO for approved CE
CI credentialing course
$60 uniform stipend
Medbridge subscription

Fees

Program fee $5,400
Additional didactic fee paid directly to Neuroconsortium ~$700-800

Other costs

Uniform requirements ($60 stipend)
Personal liability policy
APTA, NPTA, APTA-Utah chapter dues
Professional conference costs above CE stipend

ABPTRFE Financial Fact Sheet

Equal Opportunity Employer

he Utah Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency Program, University of Utah, and University of Utah Health are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The Residency Program and associated institutions all comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to privacy and confidentiality.