# Physical Therapist - Post Graduate PT Training Program

**Company:** [Reno Orthopedic Center](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/4UHfzYm6vh5LYXU3hZxf3Y.md)
**Location:** Reno, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Healthcare Providers

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## Description

Are you looking for an opportunity post-Physical Therapy program graduation to grow your orthopedic skills?

**Reno Orthopedic Center's Physical Therapy Post-Graduate Training Program** prepares clinicians for advanced, evidence-based practice through structured mentorship, direct collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams, and comprehensive exposure to a diverse patient population and surgical conditions. The program is committed to developing competent, ethical practitioners who deliver high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic care.

We are a top outpatient orthopedic clinic with many talented and OCS-certified clinicians from whom to learn. Join us to gain additional training and knowledge in this area to jump start your PT career!

**Enrollment for this program is open until November 13th; don't miss this amazing opportunity!**

**Curriculum Outline:**

This will be a 13-month program where you will obtain 4 hours of clinical 1:1 mentoring per week as well as 32 non-mentored hours.

**Didactic:**

-   Monthly journal clubs
-   Monthly physician/surgery shadowing
-   2 hours of online learning modules per week (self-paced)
-   Independent study of 3 hours per week

**What would you do in this role?**

-   Plan, prepare, and carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction in patients;
-   Review physician’s referral and patient’s medical records and confer with patient and appropriate medical practitioners to plan, implement, and assess the intervention program;
-   Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation;
-   Test, measure and record in patient’s electronic medical record the patient’s strength, motor development, functional capacity, sensory perception, and respiratory and/or circulatory efficiency;
-   Analyze patient progress and data, record in electronic medical record and modify interventions to achieve anticipated goals and expected outcomes, including referring to other practitioners as needed;
-   Educate patients about injury prevention, ergonomics, and ways to promote health;
-   Instruct patient in use of assistive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and canes as well as in treatment procedures to be continued at home;
-   Discharge patient from physical therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained; provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals;
-   Participate in scheduled individual mentoring sessions with an experienced physical therapist;
-   Incorporate mentor feedback to improve clinical reasoning, examination techniques, and treatment interventions;
-   Attend and actively participate in didactic lectures, case discussions, journal clubs and skills laboratories;
-   Complete assigned readings, clinical projects, and competency assessments within program timelines.

## Requirements

**Certifications/Education**

-   Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program;
-   Basic Life Support certification;

-   Active Nevada Physical Therapy license from Nevada State Board (or eligible to obtain).

## Benefits

At **Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC)**, we believe that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our people. We prioritize **work-life balance** by fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment where workloads are managed realistically, schedules are respected, and personal well-being is valued.

**Why choose ROC? Full time benefits include:**

-   Continuing education allowance of $2,500 in addition to the training program
-   Medical, dental, vision insurance
-   Discounted orthopedic care at ROC
-   Paid time off and holiday pay
-   Extended sick leave
-   401(k) plan contributions with no match required
-   EAP, disability and life insurance
-   Health and fitness program
-   Coffee shop onsite (main location)

Come build your career with a team that’s committed to innovation, community, and compassion in orthopedic care. Whether you’re a seasoned specialist or just starting your journey, you’ll find purpose, impact, and growth at **Reno Orthopedic Center**.