Develop expertise across the full spectrum of orthopaedic specialist practice
The University of Utah Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency program graduates PTs who are expert thinkers and skilled providers of evidence-guided orthopaedic care. Program participants provide patient care in two exceptional health systems, the University of Utah Orthopaedic Center (part of University of Utah Health) and the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center. Residents are employed (0.75 FTE) by University of Utah Health and have a WOC appointment at the VA.
This 12-month program includes direct patient care; mentoring with 7-8 board-certified clinical specialists in orthopaedic PT; 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. Residents have access to the full breadth of orthopaedic specialty practice areas.
Our Mission
Accelerate the development of physical therapists from novice to advanced in orthopedic clinical reasoning, knowledge, skill, and professionalism.
Sponsoring Agents
University of Utah
- University of Utah Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training
Clinical Partners:
- University Orthopaedic Center (University of Utah Health)
- Salt Lake City VA Medical Center
Outcomes
Graduation Rate
100%
First Time OCS Pass Rate
94.7%
Accreditation
Financial Considerations
Salary
Standard PT salary for 30 hours/week clinic (~59K) plus benefits (0.75FTE)
Fringe benefits
- $400 AOPT residency curriculum package
- $750 continuing education (CE) stipend + 5 days PTO for approved CE
- CI credentialing course
- Medbridge subscription
- CSM abstract submission fee
- Eligible to apply for UOC scholarship
Fees
- Program fee $4500
Other costs
- Personal liability policy
- APTA, AOPT, APTA-Utah chapter dues
ABPTRFE Financial Fact Sheet
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Utah Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program, University of Utah, University Orthopaedic Center, and Salt Lake City VA Medical Center 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.
Admission
Application due
January 15
Interviews / offers
February/March
Program start
First full week of August
Application
Submit applications online through RF-PTCAS.
Minimum applicant requirements
Eligible for UT licensure / hospital credentialing by early July (must take NPTE no later than April)
Mentors
Leadership
Residents
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