Physical Therapist - Resident
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Job Description
TRIA is looking to hire a Physical Therapist Resident to join our Physical Therapy team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.
Position Summary
The TRIA Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency provides an advanced, evidence-based curriculum and high-quality mentorship that develops orthopedic physical therapists dedicated to enhancing patient outcomes, patient-centered care and community well-being. The one-year program is for highly motivated and engaged physical therapists who aspire to practice at the top of the profession.
All residency related educational materials are included in the tuition. APTA credentialed residencies require 150 direct 1:1 mentoring hours. There will be opportunities to mentor not only with the primary mentor, but other OCS, FAAOMPT, CHT and subspecialties while in the residency. The cost of tuition will be covered fully by Park Nicollet/TRIA.
There is no weekend or holiday work requirement for this position.
We Are Recruiting Residents for 6 Locations
- TRIA Burnsville
- TRIA Maple Grove
- TRIA Minneapolis in the Park Nicollet Clinic
- TRIA Plymouth in the Park Nicollet Clinic
- TRIA Bloomington
- TRIA Woodbury
The Rehabilitation Services Physical Therapist will communicate timely, clearly and in a professional manner with staff, patients, patient family members, physicians, and other internal/external customers.
The staff member will demonstrate skills in listening, conflict management, system problem solving, decision-making and process improvement. The therapist will practice in compliance with professional standards and professional code of ethics.
The Physical Therapist is responsible for assuring that the PNHS values as defined by the PNHS mission statement are achieved through daily departmental operations.
This includes, but is not limited to, direct patient care, professional growth and development, outcome/competency monitoring, compliance with professional organizations, regulatory standards, and regulatory agencies; and participating in process improvements to advance patient care outcomes and satisfaction.
Participates in basic department development expectations for three professional pursuits, which must be some combination of the following: community event, clinical profession, a presentation and/or program, project, or committee participation.
Therapists in the residency program will be given ~4 hours/week of protected time to work 1:1 with their approved mentor.
Work Schedule: 4 – 10 hour shifts
Required Qualifications
Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
Licensure/ Registration/ Certification
- Licensed with the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy
- Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), and participate in the Minnesota Chapter of APTA, or section.
- Take the National Physical Therapy Examination no later than April 2026
- License to practice physical therapy in Minnesota by July 1, 2026
Preferred Qualifications
- Exhibit leadership qualities and serve as a professional role model within the clinic demonstrating excellent communication skills, strong drive for results, motivation of others and a high degree of integrity and trust.
- Proficient with communication and data processing equipment.
- Proficient in clinical apparatus related to area of expertise.
- Proficient in organization electronic medical record software.
Benefits
Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Resident will provide direct patient care while participating in an advanced, evidence-based orthopedic residency curriculum. They are responsible for maintaining professional standards, engaging in mentorship, and contributing to departmental development through projects or committees.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy and be licensed or eligible for licensure by the Minnesota Board of Physical Therapy. Applicants are required to be members of the APTA and must take the National Physical Therapy Examination by April 2026.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Minnesota, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$97k (262 salary observations; 760 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,992 salary observations; 63,762 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 10% in physical therapy | ranked against 21,256 Physical Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Minnesota vs national | $97k median in Minnesota | $94k nationally (+3%)262 state / 12,992 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Minnesota index 98.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Minnesota | 288 active | 21,858 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 4% remote · 46% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Minnesota Physical Therapist listings: 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 18% offer loan repayment320 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,752 in the last 30 days | 4,473 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist - Resident at Health Partners a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 21,256 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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