TRIA physical therapy residency

About the program

Hosted residency program model with Evidence in Motion who holds the ABPTRFE accreditation.

Positions Available

We currently have one position available at the site below:

Credentials for application

You must have a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
A license to practice Physical Therapy in Minnesota by June 1, 2024 is preferred

Length

1 year: July or August 2024 through July or August 2025 – start date varies depending on the clinic site

Application Deadline

Interview Dates

Benefits

Competitive salary minus tuition paid to Evidence in Motion
Professional Liability Insurance
Full time employee benefits including medical/dental insurance and paid time off for holidays and vacation (24 days total)

Residency Experience & Schedule

Residents can expect to work 36 hours of independent clinical practice and an additional 4 hours of clinical practice with mentor weekly.

Additional experiences may include

Additional details on the Evidence in Motion Orthopedic Residency Program details can be found here on their site.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the TRIA Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program?

Would I be considered a Park Nicollet/TRIA employee?

Yes, you would become a Park Nicollet/TRIA employee with a one year contract (equivalent to the length of the residency program).

Is this a full time position? How much time is allotted for patient care vs Residency Program time?

This is a full time position, with 36 hours per week of independent patient care time and 4 hours per week of non-patient care time which can be used for mentoring opportunities and/or independent learning. A MN PT license is required for this position.

How much mentorship time is included in the Residency Program?

The mentorship is ongoing throughout the 12 months and takes many forms. The Residency Program requires 150 direct 1:1 hours where you are with a mentor treating patients. There will also be opportunities for in-services, teaching, poster presentations, patient case presentations, surgical observations, etc. that are also part of the mentorship program. The resident must use their day off from clinic, 4 hours per week of resident study time, PTO, or make other arrangements with their mentor to fulfill this requirement. There will be opportunities to mentor not only with the primary mentor, but also with OCS, FAAOMPT, CHT and other subspecialties during the Residency.

When does TRIA’s Orthopedic Residency Program begin?

We align our start date with that of the EIM Residency Program summer cohort, which is typically early July. The Residency Program is approximately 12 months long.

Does this position receive benefits?

Yes. The salary will be based on experience minus the cost of the EIM Residency tuition. You will receive medical and dental insurance and 24 days of PTO (Paid Time Off) which includes sick, holiday, and vacation time (some of those days will likely be used for 1:1 mentoring, CE, or other residency related needs).

What Residency related costs will be incurred by the Resident?

Park Nicollet/TRIA will cover the full cost of tuition for the EIM Residency Program (posted tuition on evidenceinmotion.com). All residency related educational materials are included in the tuition costs. Any costs associated with transportation and/or lodging related to the Weekend Intensive component of the EIM curriculum is the responsibility of the Resident.

Who should I contact with questions related to the TRIA Orthopedic Residency Program?

Travis Gunderson, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Program Director
Phone: 952-806-5704 | Travis.Gunderson@tria.com

Alecia Klatt, PT, DPT
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency Coordinator
Rehabilitation Services Education Team Lead
Phone: 952-993-0649 | Alecia.Klatt@parknicollet.com